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.

Jordan Shalhoub Doing a Medicine Ball Cardio + Abs Workout

A 10-Minute Medicine Ball Cardio + Abs Workout

Published Dec,27 2018 | By Rachel Grice

Get ready to build strong abs with this medicine ball workout from Jordan Shalhoub. The added cardio component means you'll be shaping a strong, lean midsection.

Blaine Strong demonstrating push-up form for the Livestrong.com push-up challenge

The 30-Day Push-Up Challenge

Published Oct,08 2018 | By Rachel Grice

The 30-Day Push-Up Challenge is a great way to get your arms, shoulders, back and core toned all at the same time. Start slowly and work up to 60 push-ups!

21 Sit-Ups You Won't Totally Hate

Published Sep,22 2017 | By Rachel Grice

Crunches and sit-ups can be monotonous, and they probably remind you of elementary-school gym class. But they don’t have to be so boring. There are plenty of variations you can incorporate into your strength-training routine that target the muscles that make up your abs.

Rachel Grice is a contributing fitness editor for Livestrong.com and a certified yoga instructor. Previously, she was the science section editor and titling associate for several other sections of Demand Media Studios, including fitness, nutrition and technology. She completed her undergrad education at the University of Southern California and has worked for Men's Health, FitPregnancy and People magazines.