A set of well-developed abdominals is a key to success, whether you want to win a bodybuilding trophy, or just look your best at the beach. Training abdominals in a balanced and consistent manner is the key to success. You don’t have to go overboard. You just need a compact plan you can stick with. Here is a workout that will allow you to completely train your abdominals in under twenty minutes, using only a flat bench and your own hard work. Crunches Start with your back on the floor, and your calves on the bench. This will allow you to fully contract the upper abdominals without being dependent upon the back or hips, areas which are sometimes called into play using conventional sit-ups. Place your hands behind your head for support, and begin crunching! ...

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Q:  I'm trying to build up my rectus abdominus, serratus and intercostals and get them beefier without adding bulk to my waist. Can I do abs daily? A: Normally, for any body part, if someone asked, "Can I do it everyday?" we'd say, NO! But abs are a little different. Abs reoxygenate rapidly, which is to say that they recover rapidly and actually require more intensity in terms of duration of workout, number of sets and reps, and less total rest times in between sets. But here's the thing... you can work with the abs as they are - rapid reoxygenators - and build them up without working them this often. Work them hard and fast and intensely during each workout, but don't do more than 4-5 per week. On the other hand, they're no different from other muscles in the sense that they ...

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