Abdominals (Abs)

Why train the abs?

• With strong abdominals and obliques, back pain can be eliminated in most cases.
• When toned, they look fantastic!
• Strong abs improve your posture and support your spine.

Do:

• Train your obliques as well as your abs.
• Keep constant tension on the abs throughout the movement.
• Squeeze them at the top of each movement.
• Use a variety of exercises to train all aspects of the muscle.
• Remember your diet and cardio are key if you ever want your abs to show.
• Train your abs and obliques at the end of your workout, or separately.

Don't:

• Perform traditional sit-ups. They are useless.
• Pull on your head or neck while training.
• Bring your elbows in during crunches.
• Rely on ineffective ab gadgets.
• Train your abs every day.