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Abdominals - Part 1
Abdominals - Part 2
Abdominals - Part 3
Fitness Mistakes
Getting In Shape
Exercise Intensity
Top 10 Health Tips
20 Ways to Lose Weight
Weight Training Benefits
Why Work Out?
Tone Up Flabby Arms
Free Fitness Tips
Workout Plateaus
Interval Training
Workout At Home
How to Get Sexy Abs
Water Workouts
Weight Loss Lifestyle
Is It Safe To
Run While Sick?
Tips for Healthy
Eating Habits
Wedding Fitness Questions
Wedding Day Tips
Workouts That Travel
Top Fitness Questions
Common Fitness Pitfalls
Play Ball To Get Fit
Working out Through Menopause
Women's Strength Program
Getting In Shape With The Internet
10 Steps To Fitness Motivation
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ABDOMINALS - How to Achieve a Toned Tummy and Slim Waistline
Part Three
So we talked about how important losing bodyfat is in removing that waistline! To reduce your midsection, and the rest of your body fat, you will need to increase your cardiovascular exercise. Here are some tips on starting a cardio program.
Cardio Training Program Tips - Variety is key
* Vary your cardio times for each session
* Vary the intensity
* Vary the activity - treadmill, elliptical, jump rope, stair stepping
* Use cardio machines that use upper and lower body.
Once you are committed to losing some bodyfat, you can start training your abdominal is a focused methodical manner. Here is a basic abdominal program to get you started:
ABS Exercises - Start off simple
Basic Crunches
Lie flat on your back on the floor, legs bent, feet flat. curl up slightly, raising your head and shoulders, breathing out as you crunch. As you crunch up push your lower back into the floor and squeeze your tummy as tight as possible. Lower your head and shoulders back down to the floor and repeat. You should feel a burning sensation in your upper tummy area and midsection.
Lower Ab Crunches
Lie flat on your back on the floor, legs raised, knees bent and lower legs folded. Place your hands by your sides, palms facing the floor. Raise your backside and hips slightly, breathing out at the same time. As you curl up push your lower back into the floor and squeeze the lower section of your tummy (pelvis region) as tight as possible. Lower your hips and backside back down to the floor and repeat. You should feel a burning sensation in your lower tummy area and upper pelvis.
Side Crunches
Lie flat on your back on the floor, have your knees bent and legs pointed to one side. Your lower body should be pointing to the side but your upper body should remain straight and flat on the floor. Have your hands by the sides of your head and your elbows back. Curl up slightly pushing your lower back into the floor, raising your head and shoulders, squeezing the side of your waist. Lower your head and shoulders back down to the floor. Repeat the exercise until you have finished your reps. Then change to the other side.
Setting Realistic Goals
A toned, slimmer midsection is possible if you are prepared to make the above changes to your lifestyle. You will be surprised at the results you receive if you dedicate yourself for a solid 4-6 weeks. The hardest part is getting started, but once you are on your way you won't regret it.
Set yourself monthly goals that are possible to acheive. Use clothing or a tape measure to monitor your shrinking waistline. Re-measure every 4-6 weeks.
The best way to appreciate your success is to remember where you WERE, so stay consistent and balanced, and focus on where you're going!
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