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By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com Guide to Sports Medicine

Abdominal Muscles - Where They Are and How They Work

Saturday October 31, 2009
It seems everyone who exercises is looking for the best ab-exercise routine for developing flat, tight abdominal muscles. If you want to avoid falling victim to unproven and misleading abdominal exercise claims, it's important to have an understanding about the function of your abs, including where they are and what they do and how they can be exercised with the least risk of injury. Let's look at each of the abdominal muscles...
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November 3, 2009 at 3:15 pm
(1) Jake Veigel, MD says:

I agree with the programs listed and I frequently link your blog to mine. These are great for a strong core. If somebody wanted more defined Abs then a weight loss program would be best for them which should include a mix of resistance and cardio.

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