Washboard Ab Exercises For Great Abs

      Have you ever wondered how models and bodybuilders do it? Could it really be possible that the equipment they are selling can make the difference when it comes to your body?  

      Great abs and that sexy figure are not far from impossible, but the misconception is that you need exercise machines and expensive gym equipment to do the trick are false. The strategy for great abdominals actually involves the commitment of the individual, and the discipline it takes to follow dietary and physical requirements.  

      The National Institutes of Health in the United States says that the recommended amount of regular physical activity should be at least 3 times a week, at 30 minutes per day. Regular physical activity can be as simple as walking, jogging, or moderate sports. You should try to include this into your weekly routine, if you want to tone your physique.  

      Note that your abs are not one entire muscle, but a combination of different muscle groups. Exercises have been specifically made to target each group, and if perform right, you will prevent injury and also achieve better results. The upper ab muscles are the main target of crunches, because crunches provide less strain on the back muscles. 

      A crunch should be done while lying on the floor, with knees bend and feet 3 inches apart. Hands may be placed at the back of the neck, or crossed over the chest. When performing the crunch, use your shoulders to lift your head and upper body towards your knees. It is advisable to do 10 repetitions of 3 sets each, with a few minutes of rest in between each set.

      If you want to target your oblique, which are located on the sides, you just need to make a few changes to the position of your crunch. You can lie on the floor with your lower body twisted to the side, so one thigh is flat on the floor. You can lift your upper body as in the normal crunch, and change positions with the other thigh flat on the floor to target the opposite oblique muscles.