The popular Hip Hop Abs video series claims you can "get flat, sexy abs without ever doing a single crunch or sit-up." The videos combine a contemporary hip-hop soundtrack with a dance-like workout that incorporates the "tilt, tuck and tighten" technique that supposedly makes traditional abdominal exercises unnecessary. The program also includes a nutrition guide, a workout calendar and online support. Whether you successfully lose weight with the program depends on how often you use it, how hard you work and whether you use the other tools available.
Step 1
Play the videos and participate in the workouts on a regular basis. Only regular participation will bring results. Choose an area in your home that provides enough space for you to complete all the movements unobstructed.
Step 2
Work to your potential when participating in the workouts. The higher the intensity at which you work, the more calories you burn and the more weight you will lose. Practice the routines so you know what steps come next; keep moving even when you aren't familiar with the steps so you can keep your heart rate elevated.
Step 3
Use the workout calendar provided with the videos to track your progress and hold yourself accountable to work out each day. The more you work out, the more weight you'll lose.
Step 4
Eat a nutritious diet composed of whole foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, fish, legumes, nuts and seeds. Use the nutrition guide that comes with the Hip Hop Abs workout to help you plan meals and snacks and stay on track with a healthy eating plan.
Step 5
Exercise for at least 30 minutes a day most days of the week. On days when you are not using the Hip Hop Abs program, you can still exercise by cross training. Go for a jog, run or swim. Take a bicycle ride or lift weights at the gym to burn more calories and get yourself to your goal weight quicker.
Tips and Warnings
- Use the included measurement card and tape measure to track your results and stay motivated.
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