The secret behind six pack abs is simple; lose the layer of fat hiding your abdominal muscles.
Unlike other muscle groups like your arms, shoulders, or calfs the abs have a band of fat that hides them.
Since spot reduction is not possible, more crunches are not the answer.
Your abs are there, the solution is reduction of overall body fat through cardio and diet.
For most people, the belly bulge is the most difficult part of the body to slim down.
This spot seems to be a magnate for fat.
We can't change that fact, but we can focus on trimming up to make our washboards visible.
Turning up the level of cardio and sticking to a high protein, low carb diet can change the body composition by increasing lean muscle mass and reducing fat percentage.
Any intensive cardio 3 to 4 times per week typically does the trick.
Activities such as plyometrics, running or cycling are great ways to lean out your body.
Mix in circuit training once per week with your weight lifting program as well.
As always, consult with a personal trainer to find out what activities are right for you.
When the fat melts away, those well developed abs will finally be able to show themselves off.
An important note is that although diet and cardio play a large part of the solution, it does not mean you can slack on your ab training.
Continued ab work will make sure that your six pack is ready to pop when that layer of fat is melted away.
This includes a variety of ab moves to work the internal & external obliques and upper & lower abdominals.
Work hard, eat right and you will enjoy a washboard stomach in no time!