June 2008

ABSolutely Beach Ready

By Lindsey Speirs

As we all have noticed, bikini season is quickly descending upon us. It seems like every time we walk through the mall, those perfectly crafted bikini clad mannequins stare us down, reminding us of all those chilly winter days that we blew off the gym to stay home with our pints of ice cream and warm fuzzy slippers. But whether we are prepared or not, our lovely LA days are beckoning us out of our sweats and onto the beach. When in Rome, right?

If you’re like many of us out there, your mid section may not quite be beach ready just yet. If this sounds familiar, don’t fret it. We’ve tried many of the at-home ab fitness products, and we’re here to tell you how to get bikini ready abs just in time to enjoy the first days of summer fun. Here are three of the best abs bets for your particular needs:

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Midsection Dilemma: Limited Time to Workout
Best Bet: 6 second abs

If you’re being pulled in every which direction by work, family or everyday commitments, you may simply not have the time to dedicate to getting those perfectly sculpted abs. The best bet for this dilemma is the 6 Second Abs workout. This piece of equipment is small and really simple to use. It’s able to put out an impressive amount of resistance without tiring you out, and the results come fast. It’s super portable, so take it with you on the go.

Where to find it: 6secondabs.com

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Midsection Dilemma: Need to do a little more than just ‘tone up’
Best Bet: Ab Rocket

With the help of the ab rocket, you will get an incredibly thorough ab workout, attacking the tough-to-tone spots we all have issues with. The system provides great back and neck support, so all your energy can be focused on working your core. The system even includes a meal plan and low calorie recipes to help you in your quest for beach ready abs.

Where to find it: www.TryAbRocket.com

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Midsection Dilemma: Need help with more than just abs
Best Bet: Ab Wheel

This classic piece of fitness equipment has been a favorite of many for years. It not only helps tone your abs, but also works your shoulders, arms and back. If you need an overall toning regimen with a focus on abs, this is your best bet.

Where to find it: www.DynamicFitness.com