Because the abdominal muscles are situated over a cavity rather than over bone, they are the most complex and versatile muscles in the body. Instead of moving a single joint, they are responsible for supporting your upper body in every position...
If you want to strengthen your core for improved sports performance or just tighten or tone stomach muscles to look better in your swimming trunks or bikini, incorporate a variety of exercises that work different areas without causing neck and...
You might have heard the term transverse abdominis at the gym as the muscle to train if you want flat abs. The transverse abdominis (TVA) muscle, however, is more than just a tummy tightener. While the TVA does act as an abdominal girdle, it also...
While you cannot "spot reduce" just one area of your body, you can do regular cardio exercises to burn overall body fat and also do exercises that tone the lower abs for a sleeker silhouette. But aside from aesthetics, doing lower ab exercises...
For males, a well-defined lower core is the pinnacle of fitness success. A strong lower core can provide great health benefits and perhaps even a few glares of envy. According to the American Council on Exercise, a strong core can help improve...
Traditional abdominal exercises such as situps and crunches often cause unwanted back and neck strain. This strain may deter you from adequately working your abdominal muscles. Weak abdominal muscles can lead to problems like back pain and even...
Losing weight from your midsection can give your waistline a tighter, more tapered appearance. Weight loss requires burning more calories than you take in daily to create a deficit. Developing muscle through strength training helps boost...
The burn of a tough workout can be satisfying, but if you overdo it on one particular area of the body, such as your abs, you can suffer some serious soreness. Sore muscles might indicate that you're pushing your body and that your muscles are...
You can find your abdominal muscles below your chest, from your ribs to your pelvis. These muscles include your rectus abdominis, obliques and transversus abdominis. Because subcutaneous fat often covers some of your abs, you can't always see...
The main abdominal muscles consist of the rectus abdominis in front and the external and internal oblique muscles on either side. These muscles work together to flex your spine forward and side to side. Your oblique muscles also function to rotate...
Keeping the abdominal muscles and the oblique or waist muscles strong; will help to improve posture, balance and prevent back pain. Traditional type crunches and waists twists can target this area and there are many variations on abdominal and...
The abdominals are a group of four muscles: the rectus abdominus, also known as the "six pack," the internal and external oblique which are on the sides of the abdomen, and the transverse abdominus which runs across the abdomen and underneath the...
We've all had it happen---you change clothes, fire up your music player, start your workout, and the next thing you know, you're doubled over with abdominal pain. As frustrating as it is to have to back off your effort or call it quits for the...
Spasms that occur in the abdominal muscles after exercising are often due to fatigue or dehydration, but can be due to small tears in the muscle or an underlying gastrointestinal problem. In many cases, taking measures to strengthen your abdominal...
A pulled abdominal muscle is often characterized as a muscle strain. It develops when a muscle within the abdominal wall is stretched beyond its normal capacity. Strains located in the area of the body are usually the result of forceful...
Your core and abdominal muscles are important for balance and flexibility, and having strong core muscles can make it easier for you to do most physical activities, the Mayo Clinic explains. There are many exercises you can do for your abdominal...
Improve your balance and posture by doing ab exercises that target the small, deep muscles of your abdomen without bulking up the rectus abdominis muscle. The rectus abdominis muscle is the superfical ab muscle that has been nicknamed the six-pack...
In 2001, The American Council on Exercise, or ACE, tested a number of abdominal exercises and equipment to determine which abdominal exercises were most effective in improving the abs. The overall result was this: when performing ab exercises,...
The transverse abdominal muscle runs just under your oblique muscles. It is engaged when you exhale forcefully. You can work your transverse abdominal muscle by completing other exercises. It is difficult to isolate this muscle, however, and most...
Workouts involving sit-ups, crunches and similar tough exercises target the abdominal muscles. An exercise ball makes it possible to tone the ab muscles without these exercises. Performing the workout while using your exercise ball adds...
Developing that six-pack, washboard stomach requires effort, and getting rid of belly flab takes time, dedication and serious exercise. Just doing sit-ups won't cut it either. To get the abdominal muscles you've always dreamed of, you need...
The quest for strong abdominal muscles and a trim waist doesn't have to involve endless, boring crunches and traditional situps. The two major muscle groups of the abdomen, the rectus abdominis and the obliques, can be worked in different ways,...
The abdominal muscles are located on the front and sides of the lower portion of your torso. They include four main muscle groups that help stabilize your core. Exercises that work the abdominal muscles include sit-ups and push-ups. The American...
If your usual routine of crunches and situps isn't transforming your abs into a rock-hard six-pack, pump up the volume on your routine. Do abdominal exercises two to three times a week that target every muscle in your midsection. Use a stability...
There are many machines designed to burn abdominal fat, but it is important to choose a machine that matches your fitness level and provides enough challenge for you. Be sure to treat your abdominals like any other muscle group in your body and...
Abdominal muscle tone is important not only for adults but for children as well. Certified strength and conditioning specialist Marilyn Hintz suggests that well-toned abdominal muscles not only enable kids to walk with more power, run with more...
The abdominal muscles are divided into three distinct groups of muscles, the rectus abdominis that runs vertically, the obliques that are found on the sides of the stomach and the transverse abdominis that runs horizontally beneath the other...
Your rectus abdominus or abdominal muscles--abs for short--are responsible for flexing your spine forwards and also to the side. Strong abdominals also contribute to the health of your spine by supporting your back. Additionally, well developed...
Most people think that the rectus abdominis or "six-pack muscle" is the most important ab muscle. While the rectus abdominis is essential for controlling major spinal movements, the deeper transverse abdominis, or TVA for short, is just as...
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