People exercise for varied reasons, some for health considerations; some to keep fit and have a body-to-die-for. Who doesn't want to have firm abs and a trim waist? But don't be swayed by fads and myths. There's no such thing as spot reduction.
When exercising, you use up energy which are calculated in calories. As you use up enough of your available energy in your body so that it decreases your sugar levels, your body then consumes stored energy. This type of energy comes from fat and adipose tissues.
During exercise you cannot choose which fat deposits to burn; this occurs randomly. So there is no such thing as 'spot reducing.' But don't be discouraged; having great-looking abs is still achievable.
While working on your abs, you develop strength in that part of your body in the form of muscle mass. This is benefits you in a lot of ways. It retains a firm and strong layer of muscle that makes sure that your stomach and other internal organs remain within the area of your hips. This gives your abs a firm look.
There are other benefits from abdominal exercise. Because abdominals are considered large muscles, it tends to burn a huge amount of energy compared to jaw muscles. This means that as you work on your abs, more energy is required to move the muscles in the area. This then translates to burning a lot of calories that helps in losing weight and decrease in fat.
Don't believe in products, gadgets, and supplements that claim to cause weight loss. Weight loss is achievable only by exercising and eating proper diet. It takes patience and perseverance to get a well-trimmed body.
Your general appearance is dictated by genetics and age, as well as gender. It is but natural for some people to gather fat around the stomach area. Nature takes its toll on your body also.
It is natural for women in their 40s to have a problem with their mid-section and lower abdomen. Men of the same age group tend to have 'love handles' on their sides. All these are inevitable and it naturally comes with aging.
In order to keep the abdominal muscles toned, you have to do the proper exercises. Proper exercise does not necessarily mean more repetitions. It is better to do the correct form. You do not have to do 100 crunches; doing 20 the correct way should suffice. While in the office, do pelvic tilts. Realize that you don't need to go to the gym to have a good body.
For those who want firm abs, try this. Make sure that proper warm up exercises are done first to avoid injury.
Lie on your back. Cross your arms around your chest and raise your knees. Lift your upper body. Hold this position for 30 seconds. You should feel your abs tightening. This is the effect you want to achieve. To increase degree of difficulty, put your hands at the side of your head. But do not use your hands to lift your head. Let the abdominal muscles do the work. For maximum difficulty put your hands above your head and lift your shoulders and upper body, then hold. Feel your abs tighten and contract.
Feel the burn. Repeat daily for 10 minutes or twenty reps. In a few weeks, you'll see definite results. - 17944
When exercising, you use up energy which are calculated in calories. As you use up enough of your available energy in your body so that it decreases your sugar levels, your body then consumes stored energy. This type of energy comes from fat and adipose tissues.
During exercise you cannot choose which fat deposits to burn; this occurs randomly. So there is no such thing as 'spot reducing.' But don't be discouraged; having great-looking abs is still achievable.
While working on your abs, you develop strength in that part of your body in the form of muscle mass. This is benefits you in a lot of ways. It retains a firm and strong layer of muscle that makes sure that your stomach and other internal organs remain within the area of your hips. This gives your abs a firm look.
There are other benefits from abdominal exercise. Because abdominals are considered large muscles, it tends to burn a huge amount of energy compared to jaw muscles. This means that as you work on your abs, more energy is required to move the muscles in the area. This then translates to burning a lot of calories that helps in losing weight and decrease in fat.
Don't believe in products, gadgets, and supplements that claim to cause weight loss. Weight loss is achievable only by exercising and eating proper diet. It takes patience and perseverance to get a well-trimmed body.
Your general appearance is dictated by genetics and age, as well as gender. It is but natural for some people to gather fat around the stomach area. Nature takes its toll on your body also.
It is natural for women in their 40s to have a problem with their mid-section and lower abdomen. Men of the same age group tend to have 'love handles' on their sides. All these are inevitable and it naturally comes with aging.
In order to keep the abdominal muscles toned, you have to do the proper exercises. Proper exercise does not necessarily mean more repetitions. It is better to do the correct form. You do not have to do 100 crunches; doing 20 the correct way should suffice. While in the office, do pelvic tilts. Realize that you don't need to go to the gym to have a good body.
For those who want firm abs, try this. Make sure that proper warm up exercises are done first to avoid injury.
Lie on your back. Cross your arms around your chest and raise your knees. Lift your upper body. Hold this position for 30 seconds. You should feel your abs tightening. This is the effect you want to achieve. To increase degree of difficulty, put your hands at the side of your head. But do not use your hands to lift your head. Let the abdominal muscles do the work. For maximum difficulty put your hands above your head and lift your shoulders and upper body, then hold. Feel your abs tighten and contract.
Feel the burn. Repeat daily for 10 minutes or twenty reps. In a few weeks, you'll see definite results. - 17944
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I used to be very unfit. Luckily, I discovered the benefits of exercise early. Since then, I have been on a special fitness regimen which has helped me tremendously. You can learn more about it at http://www.homefitnessinsider.com.
