Do you know the best way to work your abs? If you are tired of doing dozens of crunches and want a better way it helps if you understand where your abs are and how they work.

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Check out the Abdominal Muscles Anatomy Overview, and then pick several new Abdominal Strengthening Exercises you may not have tried.

Index: Abdominal Exercises - Muscle Anatomy and Function

1. Abdominal Muscles - Anatomy and Kinesiological Overview
2. The Rectus Abdominis Muscle
3. The External Oblique Muscles
4. The Internal Oblique Muscles
5. The Transversus Abdominis Muscle
6. The Hip Flexors
7. Design an Effective Abdominal Exercise Routine
8. Great Ab Exercises To Try

Our watch these videos for some new ideas:

Strengthen your Abs and Core Muscles with Free Weights

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