Lower Abdominals?????

Lower Abdominals?????

There are two basic areas of confusion when it comes to midsection training. The first of these is that of the mythical "lower abdominals." Many individuals mention to me that there "upper abs" are developing quite well, but the lower abdominals are not responding to training. The rectus abdominus (your abs) is a single muscle, running from sternum to pelvis. The "lower abdominals" simply do not exist. The reason that the lower abdominal area seems less responsive to training is that Mother Nature has chosen the lower abdominal area as her favorite fat-storage site, much to the chagrin of the fitness retail world. Very simply, the lower abdominal area is benefiting from your crunches and reverse crunches. The problem is you just can't see it! To satisfy your skepticism on this point, try this simple test: lie down on the floor (wait till you get home from work, people might think your sick or something) prepare to do crunches. Place one hand on your lower abdominal area and the other on your upper abdominal area. Now, slowly curl up in such a way that your pelvis and sternum approach each other. (In other words crunch). You will feel both areas contract simultaneously as you curl up. Solution to improved "lower abdominals" Lower your body fat.
Best Abdominal exercise: The Crunch

Directions: The abdominal crunch exercises the stomach muscles, doing them correctly will tighten your stomach muscles giving them a flat toned appearance once you have burned enough body fat for them to show. Lie completely down on your back. Bend your knees so your feet are flat on the ground. Place your hands behind your head. Flex or tighten your stomach before each repetition. Begin to curl your head and shoulders up toward the center of your body. Pause at the top of the repetition and then back down to the starting position.

The exercise should consist of 3 sets of 20 repetitions. 3 times a week.

Charlie Trainer

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