The abdominal muscles present a unique challenge in terms of moulding and sculpting to the fitness freak. It is every person s fantasy to have washboard abs and yet this can be one of the most frustrating areas of the body. The abs are a unique combination of muscles that work in concord with each other. A series of muscles called the lower, upper and oblique abdominal muscles facilitate movement and flexibility between the upper torso and the region below the hips.

Many of us fail to recognise the collective quality of these muscles. A common misconception amongst the fitness enthusiast is to workout a partial region like the lower abs to remove that stubborn layer of fat. We

have ignored the all-important fact that the abs rally together to perform the desired action. For example, when we perform a classic abdominal crunch we first lie on our backs and then attempt to raise our shoulders off the ground. At this point, contraction begins with the upper abdominal muscles and then onwards to the other abs, carrying the ribs towards the pelvis. Alternatively, for a reverse ab crunch we start by lying on our backs once more and then attempting to raise our legs and hips off the floor. We notice a contraction of the lower abdominal muscles at first after which the other abs kick in as well as the pelvis moves towards the ribs.

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a well-maintained diet can unlock the portals to a flat, sculpted abdominal region. However, it is very important to first understand the human body to produce the desired results quickly and efficiently. The human body is designed to adapt to adversity. If we continually exercise a specific set of muscles the same way, the body responds by reducing the calorie intake with each passing day. The muscles become accustomed to the stress levels making them energy efficient. If we consider a man running on a treadmill, we can instantly note the speed, incline and duration of the workout. To achieve his goal, it is in his best interest to tweak one of these three parameters to break the cycle and also the monotony. Remember, the same law applies to every part of the body, including the abdominal muscles. A few variations in your daily routine will have you speeding down the road toward a slimmer, trimmer and healthier you.

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