Smoke my abs!

[jforse]

Well, that explains why the ab-lounge makes me feel like I have a nice strong punchable six pack, but it don't look like it!

If your abs were not there you would not be able to stand, or sit.

 

[jforse]

Congrats on you weight loss. Sounds like you want to lose more fat, and if so you can forget the ab exercises. There's no such thing as targeted fat loss. Ab exercises are good for other things, like healthy abs. It sounds like things are going well, so just keep up the good work and focus on loosing fat. Once you get the fat down to a level that you like you'll probably like how your abs work. And if not, then you and worry about building them up.

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[WaXJ_Skier]

I have this routine I can only do about twice a week because it leaves my abs sore for 2-3 days after I do it. I do ab super sets starting with 30-40 situps on a decline bench then moving immediately in 20-30 regular situs/crunches with legs at 90 degrees feet off the ground. Thats one set and I generally do 3-4 sets(bring on the pain for set 4). One workout a week I add a 35lb plate to the decline sit ups for the first couple sets.

 

[Fergie]

Keep on track. You are on your way. It just takes some time. For most men that is the hardest area to trim down. Seems like the fat hangs on for dear life in that area! How tall are you? Your waist is only an inch bigger than mine. But I'm 6'2" @ 196

If I was you I would do cardio for 30min three times a week. Weight training three times a week, not on cardio days or at least 8 hours from a cardio session. One day off.

Get in the weight room and do the big three! Flat barbell bench, barbell squat, romainian deadlifts/or deadlifts. When doing these lifts pick a warm-up weight usally half of your total max. Do 20-25 reps for warm-up. Then put 80% of your max on the bar and do 5sets of 5reps. This would apply to all exercises. Then the following week add 5lbs to the total weight and do your 5x5. This is a sure fire way to shock your system. If done properly it will also help burn that stubborn belly fat and love handles! This is a great program for beginners. It will add lean muscle mass very quickly. After doing this program for three months hit me up and I will change things around for you. (your body will get used to the same workout)

I would also do your ab workout on cardio days, after cardio is done. If possible try and do cardio in the morning on a empty stomach. Never lift on an empty stomach though. Don't overdo the ab work.

-J

I stick to machines for weight lifting as my shoulders are too weak to handle the dynamic motions of free weights. I'll be getting shoulder surgery in about a year or so to fix everything, and tighten them, so right now I do mainly physical therpay sort of exercises, just to maintain, and build a little muscle.

I do cardio three times a week at the gym, no less than 40 minutes, split between running, and then an equal length walk, or a shorter run, equal length walk, and some time on the bicycle. I alternate between chest/back and bi/tri exercises, and some abs on the machine, and when I get home, I do the rest of my abs.

I appreciate the help guys, and the good info.

 

[jforse]

I stick to machines for weight lifting as my shoulders are too weak to handle the dynamic motions of free weights. I'll be getting shoulder surgery in about a year or so to fix everything, and tighten them, so right now I do mainly physical therpay sort of exercises, just to maintain, and build a little muscle.

I do cardio three times a week at the gym, no less than 40 minutes, split between running, and then an equal length walk, or a shorter run, equal length walk, and some time on the bicycle. I alternate between chest/back and bi/tri exercises, and some abs on the machine, and when I get home, I do the rest of my abs.

I appreciate the help guys, and the good info.

Good to hear your on the machines then. Good luck with the surgery! Your cardio looks great. I'm a firm believer in the push/pull method of training. WHich in fact you are doing as well. Don't forget to work your legs though. They are the largest muscle group in the body. It is also a proven fact that doing squats either barbell, smith machine , or even, leg sled will increase natural test levels which also help burn fat and build muscle. (this applies to both men and women)

-J

 

[WaXJ_Skier]

Good to hear your on the machines then. Good luck with the surgery! Your cardio looks great. I'm a firm believer in the push/pull method of training. WHich in fact you are doing as well. Don't forget to work your legs though. They are the largest muscle group in the body. It is also a proven fact that doing squats either barbell, smith machine , or even, leg sled will increase natural test levels which also help burn fat and build muscle. (this applies to both men and women)

-J

not to mention a good upper body with chicken legs is retarded

 

[Fergie]

I don't worry about my legs actually. I've been fencing for close to ten years, so they are oddly shapen anyway(large thigh on my leading leg, and large calf on my trailing leg), plus the walking I do is usaully on an incline.

Info is great guys, thanks for the help.

 

[WaXJ_Skier]

I don't worry about my legs actually. I've been fencing for close to ten years, so they are oddly shapen anyway(large thigh on my leading leg, and large calf on my trailing leg), plus the walking I do is usaully on an incline.

Info is great guys, thanks for the help.

Bigger legs is better for pushing the jeep when it gets stuck. Also I like to have big legs but thats just me