I never thought I would see the day when I would say I enjoy my abs workout. Well, the day has arrived. If you had known me a few years ago, you would understand why I feel the way I do. I used to be a total slob. I hated every exercise, especially those pertaining to the abdomen.
Your abdomen is the very center of your being. Your abdomen (along with your back) muscles are the axle point of all your other muscles. If these are weak, then your other muscles will be powerless. A building is only as stable as its most fragile brick. Think of body in this way. Do you want a weak building in which to live?
Unless you are totally incapacitated, you use your abdomen muscles everyday. Almost from the moment you awaken. The simple task of sitting up requires an engagement of your stomach fibers to propel you into that ninety-degree (seated) angle. Your breathing also incorporates the use of the muscles in your stomach area. It only makes sense to strengthen them.
The truth is, for most people abs are quite sexy. Both genders love advertising them, especially when they have good looking, lean abs. It is accepted by our society to "show off" what we work so hard to get. If you plan on keeping (or getting) them, you need to keep up a lifestyle of proper diet and exercise. Our bodies require movement. Without movement, we become atrophied.
Rectus Abdominis. This is the name of the actual muscles we call "abs". Their main capacity is to "flex" you forward from your waistline. We train these like crazy trying to obtain that glorious "six pack". I have a friend who says he is working on a "keg."
Obliques. These muscles help with side movements and stabilizing posture. The obliques help with rotation. It is imperative that these are exercised to keep them strengthened. You can find many different types of exercises that will help you accomplish this feat.
Transversus Abdominis. I have a surprise for you. Most people do not even know these exist. They are probably the least thanked of all the abdominal muscles. You know what they say, "out of sight, out of mind." The Transversus Abdominis are needed when you forcefully exhale.
You can search the Internet. There are many resources on the types of ab workout exercises you can do to make your stomach area stronger. If you prefer, you can find books in your public library. You can hire a personal trainer. You may even have a friend (or friends) who can help you start an exercise regimen. What ever you decide to do make sure you study extensively what your options are. You may want to get the opinion of your health care provider before you begin any exercise program. Start slowly and progress at your own pace with the six pack abs workout.
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