You don’t have to have been working out for long to notice how important protein is to the whole body shaping equation. After all, there’s an entire industry built around it. One of the things that the protein supplement industry would have you believe is that, for best results, you need to be taking a protein shake before your workout. Yet, others are adamant that your protein … [Read more...]
Kettlebell Exercises for Abs
No area of the body garners more attention in the fitness world than the abdominal muscles. Having a chiseled six-pack is the ultimate goal for many fitness enthusiasts. Although the term "core" has become more popular than "six-pack" in recent years, the goal of attaining a toned midsection has endured. Many people incorrectly presume that the core and abdominal muscles are … [Read more...]
Best Exercises for Lower Abs
Common abdominal exercises such as crunches or bicycle are great and effective way of sculpting your core and obliques. It will definitely make your abs pop out. But take note that conventional ab exercises barely work that lower abs, making it a little harder for you to get a completely toned abdomen. So if you really want a sculpted belly (with a nice six-pack), working … [Read more...]
Top 10 Best Home Abs Exercises — No Equipment —
Stomach muscles have always been the quintessential token of "being fit", the point on which individuals settle their fitness related objectives. Furthermore, it's not only a six-pack you'll get; keep up solid abs, and you'll help counteract back pain, support your agility, and increment your adaptability. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K898kAiiYGo Read … [Read more...]
A Simple Home Workout For a Bikini-Belly in the Summer
Tighten your stomach in just 6 weeks without doing a single crunch. This effective workout routine was developed with targeted strength moves to help you develop a strong, flat stomach and cardio bursts to blast away the extra layer of belly fat. A lot of the moves are based on the plank as it targets your entire core rather than individual muscles, combining it with … [Read more...]
30-Second Exercises for a Flat Stomach (Video)
If you long for a flat belly, you are not alone. A flat belly and a six-pack have become symbols of not only a fit body, but also a healthy one. Getting there takes a disciplined approach consisting of a balanced diet and regular workout. We previously elaborated on planks here and here, we introduced the stomach vacuum and presented 66 ab exercises in part 1 and part … [Read more...]
Pilates Teaser – Exercises for Core Stabilization, Part 8
Welcome to the final exercise of this program, Pilates Teaser. May consider Teaser to be the ultimate flat belly exercise. If you've progressively followed our program up to this point, you have all the skills required to master this challenging, but effective move. The series so far: Exercise #1: Leg Circle Exercise #2: Roll-Up Exercise #3: Hundred Exercise … [Read more...]
Crisscross Exercise – Abdominal Exercises for Core Stabilization, Part 7
The Crisscross exercise is a demanding core exercise that strengthens your abs and lower back while providing spinal and core stability. By learning the Crisscross exercise, you will have a challenging move that works your core and abs and betters your back and posture. The series so far: Exercise #1: Leg Circle Exercise #2: Roll-Up Exercise #3: Hundred … [Read more...]
Double Leg Stretch – Abdominal Exercises for Core Stabilization, Part 6
The Double Leg Stretch is the next part of our program. Its aim is to strengthen your abs and obliques and help stabilize your core, protecting your low back. The Double Leg Stretch helps you keep your body stable while you pull the arms and legs in and out. The series so far: Exercise #1: Leg Circle Exercise #2: Roll-Up Exercise #3: Hundred Exercise #4: One … [Read more...]
Stretching the Hamstring – Abdominal Exercises for Core Stabilization, Part 5
In this program we focus on exercises for spine and core stabilization with a particular attention on the abdominal muscles. The hamstring muscle group plays an important part. It's an area that can tighten up, affect your posture and spinal health and be overworked. Many individuals struggle with stretching the hamstring. The difficulty lies in postural habits, hamstring … [Read more...]