Tips For A Shredded 6 Pack

Here are 5 tips for shaping up your abs. 1) Don't eat fast digesting carbohydrates Fast carbs spike insulin, which slows down fat burning and boosts fat storage. Particularly on top of your abs. Avoid: - White bread - White potato's - Sodas - Sports drinks - Table sugar Use: - Whole wheat - Sweet potato's - Fruits - Vegetables - Brown rice You can eat fast digesting carbs right after a workout as they help with muscle recovery. 2) Use Isometrics This means flexing a body part (in this case the abs) and holding that position. Just tense each muscle for 6-10 seconds, then relax for 6-10 seconds. Repeat for 10-20 sets. 3) Don't forget about your breathing When you exercise your abs say perhaps a crunch, exhale when you reach the finish or top position. This allows you to fully contract your abs. 4) Don't quit Instead of doing typical sets like 8-10 reps, go till failure. The abs are like your calves. They recover fast and need to be burned out completely. 5) Use weights Don't worry your abs aren't going to look think or blocky. Your abs are like every other muscle, and need definition to stand out. Try some light weight high rep ab exercises. Hope these tips come in handy!