How to get Abs :)

mizzsmith123

Hi all need some advice!

Whats the best way to get abs? All through sit ups? Or other exercises?

Also how long did it take you to get abs?

I have a rather flat stomach but would love for my abs to be more defined!

Thank you

xx

ilovedeadlifts

diet.

mumof5

he right - abs are made in the gym but you will only find them in the kitchen! eat clean, train hard.

Matt_Wild

110% diet.

This was achieved with zero ab work:

AntWrig

110% diet.

This was achieved with zero ab work:

Agreed.

I always get asked about what I do for my abs.

I do nothing for them. I hate ab work.

Squeeks70

Diet and Cardio!

Kristie18

diet.

AGREE!!!!!

LeenaRuns

Defintiely diet.

Chadomaniac

DIET!! dont care what anyone else says , diet diet diet and obviously u need overall muscle seeing that abs are a muscle

mizzsmith123

What type of food then do I need to be eating/ avoiding?

At the moment im on a low carb, high protein diet, so im eating lots of egg whites, chicken, fish, veg,

How long do you think until I will start seeing results.

geebusuk

This was achieved with zero ab work:

But do do a lot of exercises that involve them, I bet .

But yes, you'll see some really skinny people that don't work out who have defined abs thanks to just the low body fat.

Me, I've been doing the 'weider 6' program because I can do it anywhere without extra equipment and there's an easy app for that. Also specifically want to improve them for rock climbing, where a strong core is very important.
Just so that when I do hit my target, there's a bit more definition underneath - though I don't think they'll start showing before I bulk up and cut again, so far can see a bit of improvement and a slight 'tone' showing through.

Matt_Wild

What type of food then do I need to be eating/ avoiding?

At the moment im on a low carb, high protein diet, so im eating lots of egg whites, chicken, fish, veg,

How long do you think until I will start seeing results.

Message me, I'll sort you out a diet if you like.

LaurnWhit

Bump, I hate ab work with a passion.....working on diet...

FitForLife81

It's all about bf% the lower the bf the more your abs will show so it is 100% diet. Abs are made in the kitchen =P

wellbert

you already have them. simply remove the fat.

SPNLuver83

It's mostly through diet. Strength training helps, like all over strength training, because muscle burns fat!!

I actually have a YouTube video called "The Real Secret to Killer Abs" that I have been told is very helpful. I'd post the link directly but MFP would give me a strike. My YouTube name is Jaymebales83 and you can find it in the LifeStyle info playlist.

TavistockToad

you already have them. simply remove the fat.

this!

its all about bodyfat %... a decent strength regime on a small deficit with mainly clean food should get you there.

FitBeto

SQUATS - HEAVY

DEADLIFT - HEAVY

PRESS - HEAVY

The end!

PetulantOne

SQUATS - HEAVY

DEADLIFT - HEAVY

PRESS - HEAVY

The end!

This and diet

HeidiMightyRawr

Diet. You need to lose the fat on your stomach to show your abs. All the ab exercises in the world won't help if you still have the extra bit of fat there.

That said, if you want really defined abs (more than just a flat stomach) you'll have to have some decent muscle there. It doesn't have to be from specific ab exercises though, many others work your core enough to see muscle definition there such as squats and deadlifts!

djsupreme6

although i'm still a work in progress...yes diet...however its good to do ab work...its not a bad thing to have a strong core

McBully4

diet.

and squats

NeedANewFocus

all I've ever heard on this topic is "diet diet diet". "Abs are made in the kitchen." I need to spend more time in the kitchen.

Lady_Bane

he right - abs are made in the gym but you will only find them in the kitchen! eat clean, train hard.

This^

Its a layer of fat that hides them. You could do crunches all day and never see results....you will once that layer is reduced....through proper diet.

DrMAvDPhD

I will add planks. And diet. Mostly diet.

jmzz1

110% diet.

This was achieved with zero ab work:

wht does ur diet consist of ? can u give ur sample one day diet

bail8gent

3 WORDS :
DECREASE BODY FAT

Have a great weekend !

Matt_Wild

110% diet.

This was achieved with zero ab work:

wht does ur diet consist of ? can u give ur sample one day diet

Not on the open forum because frankly I don't want my diets given to people to claim as their own nor do I want someone who thinks they know better than me to tell me what I'm supposedly doing wrong LOL

Feel free to add me to discuss the diet I give my peeps normally!

Yo_Lazarov

I love abdominal training and as a result I have (lovingly) gained the nickname Abzilla.

My main approach to working abs is: do as much research as time allows to discover methods of training. YouTube is a great source.

Additionally, thermogenic supplements are an option, if a low-fat ab section is desired. If muscles are covered by adipose layer, than diet is a must. Pay attention to what may cause bloating, etc.

I currently do Alan Valdez ab work combined with Rob Riches and a hint of personal touch. If I don't curl in pain, I'm not doing it right. A question of personal preference, evidently.

PS: There's also the 'no-training-required' approach, however, most likely the ab section is engaged during other forms of exercise or daily activities, so remember to contract those muscles. And than there are the genetic freaks that look amazing at any point in the given time. Lucky.

Best of luck!

Topsking2010

Bump

BreeNJesse

Eat clean.