Core Tabata Workouts

One of the most frequent questions I get asked is, “how do I get abs?”. People often use the term abs to reference the rectus abdominis muscle which is the most superficial muscle and often seen on lean individuals. But what is often missed is the importance of training the entire “Core” muscles and deeper stabilizing muscles BEFORE training the superficial muscles. It is very common for individuals to do sit-ups only to end up with low back pain. That is because it is essential to first stabilize the deeper core muscles which support the spine. These include the transverse abdominis, internal obliques, external obliques, and from the back the erector spinae muscles.

I must note for anyone who has ever experienced low back pain, it’s worth all the effort to PREVENT it in the first place. One of the best ways to prevent low back pain is to strengthen the core. I have created a three part core Tabata series showing exactly how to strengthen these deeper core muscles and stabilize the spine. Start with the beginner video and work up to three rounds. Once you can do that with ease, progress to the intermediate video and again work up to three rounds. Take note that since these muscles are smaller stabilizing muscles, it is ok to train them daily. Once we get to the advanced video, we add in exercises to also target the rectus abdominis.

Back to the original question I’m often asked “How do you get abs?” I’m sorry to break the news, but as the saying goes “Abs are made in the kitchen”. Nutrition is the most important aspect to help you loose the fat that is covering up these muscles. Once you have cleaned up your diet (Check out my nutrition video here) then you will begin to see these muscle’s and the training will make a difference in helping them stand out.

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