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How many crunches should I do to get flat abs?

Spot Reducing

Can your spot a scam in strength training claims? There's no such thing as spot reducing, despite efforts in some bodybuilding magazines to prove otherwise. Although weight training crunches will tighten up your abs and make them look better, as well as protect your lower back from injury, they will not melt the fat on your midsection. You still need a low fat diet and a weight training routine that includes cardio exercise.

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4/10/2007 4:24:36 AM
Lisa said:

Can't believe you said, "Low fat diet" unless you meant "bad fat diet". Fat is not the enemy when trying to get slim and show those abs. Watch the dreaded sugar intake and bad carbs instead!!

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