Cut back on your sugar consumption. It will make a whole lot of difference on your waistline.
Stay away from junk food. They contain processed salts that do nothing in enhancing your abs.
Snack on fruits and nuts instead of chips and chocolates.
There are aerobic exercises especially for abs that you can do for thirty minutes for five days week.
It is important that you workout your abs but first you need to learn the right technique of the exercises.
Half crunches are more effective in toning abs than full, complete crunches.
While doing sit-ups, cross your hands on your chest instead of holding them behind your neck. There are chances of spraining your neck.
Ensure that your neck is in line with the torso. Bending the neck instead of raising the torso is going to cause more harm than good.
Your movements should be slow and controlled. Don't rush through your workout.
A sure-shot way of making your workout interesting is by adding a variety of exercises for your upper abs, lower abs and obliques.
Rest for at least 20 to 40 seconds between repetitions.
When you get used to a certain workout regime, its time to upgrade. Introduce more sets and up the level of intensity in your exercise.
You must breath right to get the desired results. Remember to breathe out while your making the contraction and breath in when you relax. Breath out through your mouth and always concentrate on your breathing.
For a better result, always workout your abs with your legs and knees bent instead of stretched straight.
Working out your abs strengthens your lower back, automatically alleviating any lower back problems.
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