Made it through hernia surgery and want to get back to your regular activities and fitness level? Returning to exercise depends upon the type of surgery that you went through and your body's response to it. Start off slowly, and work yourself...
The abdominals consist of the uppers, lowers, obliques and internal abs known as the transversus abdominus (TVA). The obliques are the muscles found on the sides of the lower ribcage. By strengthening your abs, you can expect a number of benefits...
An abdominal exercise routine can help you build a strong midsection by improving the tone of your stomach muscles. Although you might be tempted to crank out countless situps or crunches each day in an attempt to work these muscles, there is much...
You don't technically need any equipment to work your abdominal muscles. A 2001 American Council on Exercise-commissioned study on the best and worst abdominal exercises used the traditional floor crunch as the standard for all other exercises,...
There are many reasons to exercise your core and abdominal muscles regularly. Not only will you become more toned and lose weight around your midsection, but you'll begin to enjoy better health benefits as well. According to the Mayo Clinic,...
According to the American Council on Exercise, the simple supine bicycle is the most effective exercise for toning your rectus abdominis muscle, the long muscle that runs from the bottom of your ribs down the front of your belly. The bicycle...
During pregnancy, the abdominal area in a woman's stomach goes through drastic changes. The main concern is the separation of the stomach muscles in a condition known as diastasis. To help tighten these muscles back up postpartum, do exercises...
The American Council on Exercise states that as long as you were regularly involved in an exercise program prior to your pregnancy, you can continue to work out during your pregnancy, as long as you gradually reduce the intensity, time and...
Muscles require regular use in order to maintain strength and functionality. The abdominal muscles coordinate with the back muscles to keep you erect, maintain abdominal pressure and perform movements such as bending and lifting. While you work...
As is the case with any other muscle group in the body, training abdominal muscles requires awareness of your desired results. In other words, you should know if you are training abs for muscular endurance, strength or power. Knowing this will...
Women and men have the same abdominal musculature and can exercise their abs doing the same exercises. However, some abdominal exercises, like the ball jackknife and the straight-arm ball roll out, put stress on the arms and wrists, which may be...
Doing abdominal exercises on a trampoline is a wise way to tone up your stomach muscles, vary your exercise routine and get results, according to Aja Davis, owner of New Body Bootcamp in Brooklyn, New York. The unpredictable nature of its bouncy...
When it comes to abdominal exercises, there are often two concerns: strength and fat loss. Abdominal exercises will not slim the waistline because it is not possible to spot reduce. Getting rid of the fat requires a healthy, reduced calorie diet...
Resistance bands or tubes provide a full-body workout for people who can't make it to the gym for strength-training sessions. The bands are inexpensive and portable, making them popular with travelers who want to strength train on the road. Most...
Belly fat is a health risk, increasing your chances for developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular problems and cancer, according to MayoClinic.com. There isn't a single best exercise for the abdominal muscles. However, you can combine a variety...
Hatha yoga strengthens and stretches all of the muscles in the body including the abdominals. Uddiyana bandha or the "upward flying lock" improves the tone of the deepest abdominal muscle, the transverse abdominis. Specific asanas or poses...
Exercising consistently before, during and after pregnancy reduces back pain, boosts energy, elevates mood, helps in delivery and reduces postpartum recovery time. Depending on your delivery method, you may begin gentle postpartum abdominal...
Abdominal exercises are an integral part of any strength and conditioning program. A strong core is important for balance and alignment as well as for preventing lower back injury. In the February 2002 issue of the "Journal of Strength and...
When it comes to toning and strengthening a specific muscle group, there are a variety of exercise options. However, not all exercises are created equal when it comes to effectiveness. A safe and effective exercise is one that will target the...
Exercise balls can be a great way to mix things up for those who need a bit of variety in their workouts to stay motivated. They are especially useful for the abdominals, as exercise balls aren't loosely referred to as "ab exercise balls" for no...
Abdominal exercises strengthen the main muscles of your stomach and the muscles at the sides of your waist. These muscles provide stability when performing many tasks, including exercises such as squatting and deadlifting. Your abdominal muscles...
The abdominal muscles are located between the ribs and pelvis, in front of the body. The abdominals support the trunk, allow movement and regulate internal abdomen pressure. Your abdominals need to be strengthened to prevent fat accumulation....
Back pain affects most people at one time or another. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke says that back pain costs Americans $50 billion annually and is second to headaches as the most prevalent neurological complaint....
The American Council on Exercise and Peter Francis, Ph.D., of San Diego State University, researched the effectiveness of 13 different abdominal exercises in a 2009 study. The study scores the bicycle maneuver exercise as the most effective...
Although it is possible to work your abdominal muscles with your own body weight and specific abdominal crunch exercises, there are several types of exercise equipment that can help you tone and strengthen your abdominal muscles. Whether you are...
The abdominals are one of the most important muscle groups in the body. They are part of the core, which is where a lot of power and every day movement is generated from. Abdominal exercises are done to strengthen these muscles and help give them...
V-ups, sometimes referred to as jackknife sit-ups, are an advanced abdominal exercise that you can do with no extra equipment. They target the abs as well as a few other muscles. V-ups are a good ab exercise to add to your routine, but you do need...
Abdominal exercise provides multiple benefits. Exercises specifically targeting the abdominal muscles, such as crunches, help tone the muscles. Rigorous exercises that work the abdominal muscles, such as running, help burn the fat that rests on...
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