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How to get sexy six pack abs
Let's admit it, the ripped, muscular look called six pack abs is very sexy and often admired by many viewers. But without the right fitness program, achieving that sculpted look can take a long time. Fitness includes a program of diet, exercise and adequate rest for both men and women. The latter is especially important if you're trying to lose weight, as it helps reduce cortisol levels. During sleep, the body repairs and rejuvenates cells. It's recommended to get 7 to 8 hours of rest every night, but keep this in mind if you...
How to get sexy six pack abs
Let's admit it, the ripped, muscular look called six pack abs is very sexy and often admired by many viewers. But without the right fitness program, achieving that sculpted look can take a long time.
Fitness includes a program of diet, exercise and adequate rest for both men and women. The latter is especially important if you're trying to lose weight, as it helps reduce cortisol levels. During sleep, the body repairs and rejuvenates cells. It is recommended to get 7 to 8 hours of rest every night, but remember, if you exercise regularly, take at least one day a week to give your body rest and build new muscles.
Diet plays an important role in developing a ripped body. Protein, the building block of every cell in the body, should be consumed with every meal. Protein sources that are low in saturated fat are the best choice and can be found in vegetables and legumes as well as meat. Beans, avocados, and chicken are great examples of low-fat protein.
While rest and nutrition are important parts of fitness, exercise is the crucial factor in getting six pack abs. A plan that includes both cardio and strength training exercises has consistently produced the best results. But to get that muscular look, you need special exercises to work on that area.
One exercise that works to tone the abdominal muscles is the abdominal crunch. Keep your core engaged during this exercise and all other exercises. A Pilates principle that tightens the core helps tighten the abdominal muscles, strengthen the back and flatten the stomach to achieve the ripped six-pack look that is the envy of many athletes and admirers.
Belly crunches
• Lie flat on your back on a mat with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
• Place your hands over your ears or slightly behind your head. Don't pull your neck. You can start with just your right hand over your right ear while your left arm remains next to your body. This will stop you from pulling on your neck. As you flip sides, lower your right arm down and place your left hand over your left ear.
• Push your midsection up and across as you point your right elbow toward your left knee. (As you reverse sides, your left elbow points toward your right knee.)
Repeat 8-12 times, flipping sides. Goal: 3 sets.
Inspired by Karen Ficarelli