Thursday, February 19, 2009

Will Working Out my Abs Reduce Belly Fat?


This common question doesn’t exactly fall into the “true or false” category. Though it is not true that doing crunches and other abdominal exercises will target fat on those muscle areas, it is true that any exercise affects general body fat and that a strong core will help with your overall workout.
By improving your core strength, which includes all the muscle groups such as the oblique muscles and lower back, you will increase your stability and strength. When doing any exercise, make sure to keep the abs tight and stable to promote core strength.
Though ab exercises may not directly cause the loss of belly fat, they are important. Don’t be frustrated; remember your long-term goals and that for many people the stomach area is one of the last areas to show fat-loss results. Keep at it!
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