help on ab exercise!!!

[illiniphase4]

I support doing direct ab work along with indirect ab work because of the "overall" nature of activity this sheet of muscle is able to perform.

This is particularly important for those training for sport performance, yet still applicable to general exercisers.

Though I would argue that strengthening the core with isos benefits compound exercises. Because the core is of course the key stabilizer for the vertebral column, I believe that it is worthwhile to develop the musculature beyond it's reaction and adaption to other compound exercises. This develops a higher baseline of strength and support for the core than what compounds may call for, meaning that the muscles are being developed in anticipation of increased intensity during compounds, rather than reactive development to compound exercises.

Favorite core exercises of mine include planks, bridges, V-ups, back extensions, medicine ball sit-ups (with a spotter), and pretty much anything on a stability ball.

 

[Chillen]

Oh ^^^^ I'm screwed then. LOL
The Yeti is not know to have the genetics to obtain great abs.

I thought the same too, when I started.

I was WRONG.

Being WRONG is COOL sometimes..........

Change your mind SET and SWEAT.

Give your fat tissue the calorie THREAT through an energy DEBT

And, I BET your goal will be MET


You just may be surprised in what your body can develop into....


WAKE UP!


Best wishes,


Chillen

 

[ocphysique]

I do crunches everyday, where are my abs?

I do crunches everyday, where are my abs?

Without question, the single most important factor in the appearance of your mid-section is the amount of fat and fluid between your abdominal muscles and your skin. You have a 6-pack right now its the natural shape of your muscles. But for most of us the layer of fat over our abs is so thick that you cannot see them.

Trying to burn fat with crunches or sit-ups is like trying to dig to China with a spoon its a complete waste of time. There is no such thing as spot reduction. Just because you work on your ab muscles doesnt mean that you will affect the speed at which you lose fat in that area. Fat loss is a lot like scooping water from a bath tub. If you take a cup of water out of the middle of the tub, it doesnt leave you with a one cup dent in the middle of the tub. It leaves you with a cup less water all over. If you lose a pound of fat, you lose it from your entire body, regardless of how many crunches you did.

Solution: Get on a program of functional total body exercise and supportive nutrition. This will help you burn as much fat as you can each day. If you get your body fat percentage low enough, you will see your beautiful abs even if you dont do a single crunch. A very nice looking midsection, for a man, start showing up at around 12 ody fat. For women, it starts at about 18-20 because men store all of their fat on their belly, and women put it on their hips and thighs.

One extra point excessive toxins from conventional plant and animal foods overload your liver and encourage extra fat to form around your midsection, whether you are a man or a woman. The more toxic and/or dehydrated you are, the thicker the layer of fluid becomes, making you appear more chubby. So, eating organic, grass fed, and free range foods will greatly affect the results of your program.

So here are some guidelines that have worked wonders for our clients!!

1. Eat every 2-3 hours or 5-7 meals/snacks a day.
2. Yes, you will probably need to eat more often to lose fat for life!
3. Serving size: listen to your body. If you are hungry 30 min. later, you didnt eat enough. If you feel sleepy, you ate too much. If you feel great, you got it right!

Make it a great day!!!


Corey
Director, OC Physique

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[8minuteabsguy]

guys i worked with Kathy ireland , put out the famous 8 minute abs video.
safe to say i know a bit about abs, honestly get a trainer , its worth it you will achieve results faster and they will stay.
i am open to talking to people directly if they need help