There are many myths and incorrect information out there about what is required to lose love handles and develop the infamous six-pack that we all strive for. That's why I have compiled this list of the top 5 most common myths about the abdominals.

1) You can spot reduce the fat on your belly with ab exercises

It doesn't matter how many sit-ups or crunches you do, you will never be able to lose stomach with these exercises alone. You must increase your metabolism through strength and interval training and include a healthy diet.

2) As long as you workout, you can eat whatever you want

A healthy diet is the by far the most important factor in whether you can successfully achieve your weight loss goals. It is the hardest part for most people to stick with and requires planning and commitment.

3) It doesn't matter how you do them, as long as you do as many ab exercises as you can

It is always important with any exercise that you do all reps using the proper form. It doesn't do you any good to do more reps, if you are using bad form. Doing a large number of these exercises can actually do more damage to your back than reducing your belly fat.

4) You have to work your abs everyday

It is not necessary to work your abs everyday. Your abdominal muscles are used in many exercises you might perform in a single workout. You only need to do any type of ab-focused exercises twice a week. Using nonconventional methods are usually more effective and lead to less stress on your back than crunches or sit-ups.

5) As Seen On TV products can help you lose belly fat

There is no easy way to lose love handles. It takes hard work and dedication to workout program and diet in order to get results.

It doesn't take as much time as you think to get a good fat burning workout done. You don't have to go to a gym and spend hours doing exercises. You don't even need any machines or even weights. Use this bodyweight workout to help you lose weight, boost your metabolism, and burn more calories.

Bodyweight squat: 10-20 reps
Pushup: 10-20 reps (do it on your knees if you must)
Reverse Lunge: 10 reps per leg
Plank: 30-second hold
Close-grip Pushup: 10-20 reps
Side Plank: 20-second hold per side
Mountain Climber: 10 reps per side

Perform this as a circuit with no rest between each exercise. Rest 1 minute, and then repeat up to 3 times. If you're a beginner, you can do fewer reps and take longer rests.

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