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Top 10 Questions About Abdominal Exercises

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Updated: May 12, 2008

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Question: Can I Use Weights When Exercising the Abs?

Twist with Medicine Ball

Twist with Medicine Ball

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Answer: Yes, but before you add resistance with weights you should be able to perform the exercises properly with good technique. The most effective ab exercises start with proper body position, controlled movements and focus on contracting the specific muscles you want to work. Better results come from slow, controlled repetitions. Once you have good form, you can begin adding small hand held weights or a medicine ball to increase the resistance.
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