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Originally Posted by Red Circle You dont need to do ab exercise to loose fat, in fact when you have a lot of fat to loose and you do ab exercises it will only make your abdomen look big!
I don't quite agree with this statement. But this is my experience and opinion speaking only.
Ab exercises are also done in order to strengthen the core of our body(apart from other exercises). It is a culmination of consistency, diet and exercise that aids in our physique goals.
Regarding the theory behind abdomen looking big its not true. Even if you have a lot of fat exercising these muscles will make them only stronger. If the CORE is strong the whole body responds better. The "abdomen looking big" comes from the fact that the tummy is distended (in some by bloating-overeating and in some the abdominal wall is genetically little distended.) Of course in bodybuilders it is due to different reasons.
Only thing to bear in mind while exercising is that quality of reps will matter. And anyone (looking to lose weight or gain weight) must try to incorporate those exercises in their schedule which will strengthen the core muscles. |
Hi BIG SARAN, abs are only a very small part of strengthening the core.
The core as we know it is the seat of all power and transfer of power. It is what provides all the functional strength be it for sports, strength training or plain bodybuilding.
Power comes from the hips and lower back. Your core helps power transfer. The Squat builds hip & core strength. If there were one exercise I would recommend for strengthening the core bad-a@% is Planks.
That's just my experience. Compounds aid in building core strength.
Links:
Slide show: Core exercises - MayoClinic.com Bicycle Ab Exercise
Cheers!
Moving on, seen alot of discussion on rice, and IMO: no food does any harm, only if eaten at the right time in the right quantity.
It's a classic case of slow and fast carbs where the latter needs to be reduced/ moderately consumed and not even touched post 5pm.
Pre workout is time for complex or the slow carbs to fuel workouts (which rules out that msnbc.com study on working out empty stomach, the body burns muscle and yes you drop weight at that cost)
Post workout is best suited for simple or fast carbs to replenish glycogen stores.
Everywhere I read people talk about high-protein diets, and no-carb plans.
IMO again, we ingest quality proteins at critical times, to ensure the body does not break down precious lean muscle, since muscle is the primary source. But only few realize that the body needs carbs too, and in a slightly higher quantity than it needs protein. Do look up protein:carb ratios.
All fad diets have made protein the king and carbs the hated enemy. Pick up any bodybuilder and he will swear by his oats, bananas and apples. Pick up any powerlifter and they will kill to get their daily calories.
All said, I love my carbs, and I eat to just burn it all to hell. Heck I just come back stronger and bigger. Leave the 'zero carb' bit for those who hit the stage for a career, yes they train their way through hell, but they are just a few pin-pricks away from anything.
My advise to all is not to get carried away by 'diets', make it a habit to train every single day you possibly can, and you will never need to watch what you eat unless of course you spend your day on deep-fried junk. And dont worry about off-days, I see too many people plan their 'off/cheat days' before they even plan their next day's workout. The human body is more adaptive than we think it is, we just need to keep pushing it right.
Here's a few links on nutrition:
Bodybuilding.com - What Is A Proper Pre, During, And Post Workout Nutrition Diet? The Deadline Diet: Skip The Bulk And Stay Shredded All Year - A Simple Approach To Nutrition! | SimplyShredded.com 50 Rules Of Fat-Burning: Simplyshredded.com Collects The Strongest Clinical Research From Around The World | SimplyShredded.com
That said, for those wanting to lose stubborn midriffs, squats is the answer. Start with light squats, the lightest possible and work your way up gradually. By gradually I mean take weeks and months comfortably, but keep a strict form, you will only benefit from it.
I am 101 kilos, lift just about anything I can put a rod through, and I still learn a thing or two about the squat each time I go under the bar.
I will leave you with two words: Maximum Food, Maximum Exercise. (is that two?)