Abs Workout: Get Six-Pack Abs and Lose Belly Fat Fast

Achieving washboard abs and losing belly fat involves a combination of high-intensity cardio and core-specific challenges like the 4-week plank. Discover why crunches alone won't give you a flat stomach and how to safely target the lower abs.

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Ab Exercises for the Bed

No longer do you have to choose between working your abs and getting out of bed. Do a few easy moves while still in bed for the best of both worlds.

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Are V-Ups a Good Abdominal Exercise?

Are V-Ups a Good Abdominal Exercise?

The V-up works your rectus abdominis β€” as long as it's done with good form. If it hurts your lower back, leave the V-up out of your workout.

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Sore Stomach from Doing Sit-Ups

Sore Stomach from Doing Situps

When you work your core muscles a bit too hard, you might end up with delayed-onset muscle soreness. Relieve the pain with stretches and heat therapy.

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Can Belly Dancing Flatten Your Stomach?

Can Belly Dancing Flatten Your Stomach?

Belly dancing is fun and makes your exercise time fly by. But, like any exercise -- it requires consistency to lead to weight loss and reveal a flat stomach.

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Negative Side Effects of Ab Exercises

Ab exercises can cause muscle strain or back pain if performed incorrectly. Avoid negative side effects by using safer exercises and plenty of rest.

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Lower Back & Waist Workout

Get a strong, toned lower back and waist by doing bicycle crunches and plank variations, including weighted planks and stability ball planks.

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