what exercise is best for abdominal muscles?

Answer 1

crunches. not just 10 then thats it. do 12, take a 20 seconds to rest, 12, 20 seconds, 12. Britney speasr would do 3000 a day... well before she.. you know. I try to do at least 100. Thats not all in a row. I'll do maybe 40 crunches, then 20 side crunches on each side then elbow to knee crunches.

Answer 2

Crunches, regular situps, rocky situps (the alternating side situps) and definatly the bridge.
The bridge is where you lay face down on the floor and then lift yourself up into almost a pushup position, but resting on the tips of your toes and on your elbows facing forward. Just like you would be laying on the floor watching tv, just you dont have the pillows under you to support you. Do this for about 30 seconds, rest 30, then repeat. Try to do 5 sets. Builds an unbelievebly strong core.

Answer 3

It depends on how big is your stomach is. if you have a huge one the best is to jog or run. you should burn first the fat around your abdominals before going to toning and muscle building. run, jog or just walk for 15 min. and gradually increase time and speed. crunches are best for toning the abs, sit-ups are not so for the abs but will be great for your back, giving good posture and support. If you have a flat stomach you can directly go to toning and muscle building. If you do crunches while still have a big gutt you tend to develop a layer of marshmallows above your developed abs, these are fats that are not burned cause crunches develops muscles in your abs but can only burn few fats.

Answer 4

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Transverse Exercises
Here are some exercises that target those hard to get to transverse muscles. If you are pregnant, consult with your health care provider before doing any of these exercises.

The No-Crunch Crunch


To do this exercise, start by lying on the floor with your knees bent and feet firmly on the floor.
Lightly place your hands just below and to the sides of your belly button. Firmly press two fingers from each hand into your lower abdomen.
Gently begin to draw your lower abdomen down towards the floor (picture a string pulling your navel towards the floor) but do not move your pelvis, raise your chest or hold your breath.
Stop drawing in your stomach as soon as you feel your muscles get tight. The muscles underneath your fingers should feel taut but the movement does not require a lot of effort. If you move too far, you will in fact stop working your transverse abs and begin to work your oblique muscles (your side abdominal muscles) instead.
Hold this position for 10 to 15 seconds, breathing normally the entire time.
Do ten repetitions.
Scissor Kicks


To do this abdominal exercise, start by lying on the floor. Place your hands under your buttocks and keep your back pressed against the floor.
Raise one leg about 10 inches off the ground and slowly lower it back down. As you lower the one leg, raise the other.
Do three sets of ten repetitions.
Pelvic Tilts


Lying on the floor with your back pressed against the floor, bend your knees keeping your feet on the ground.
Slowly lift your pelvis up and hold briefly before lowering slowly back down to the ground. Your upper body should remain on the floor throughout the movement.
Do three sets of 15 repetitions.
Lifted-leg Push-up
If you’re feeling very strong in your upper body, or if you just feel like multi-tasking during your workout, then give this challenging exercise a whirl.


Get into push-up position but keep your feet hip-width apart.
Raise one leg as high as you can and then do a regular push-up. Switch legs and repeat.
This is a pretty tough one, especially if you don’t have much upper-body strength, so just do as many as you can.
For an easier variation of this exercise, try this:


Get down on all fours with your hands positioned about shoulder-width apart, elbows slightly bent. Your knees should be together and positioned underneath your hips. To make the exercise more challenging, place your knees slightly behind you. Have your toes curled on the floor. Your heels should not be touching the floor.
Tighten your abs by drawing your navel in towards your spine. In a smooth, controlled motion, raise your knees off the ground. Your upper body should not move.
Hold for one breath and then slowly lower down.
Aim for three sets of ten.

Answer 5

Try doing 20 crunches,10 sec bicycles,then 10 toe touches...do that every day...and you'll see changes. At least 2 sets of eat as well.

Answer 6

sit ups
lying and hanging leg raises
lying and hanging knee raises
crunches
on your back arms out to side and lift feet off ground a few inches and hold
2 person lying leg raises, have someone stand above your head while you lie down, throw your legs up to them and have them push your legs back down. repeat