{"id":80453,"date":"2025-08-05T16:04:45","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T16:04:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=80453"},"modified":"2025-08-05T16:04:45","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T16:04:45","slug":"ab-workouts-with-weights-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Ab Workouts With Weights: The Best Exercises To Try"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#What_Is_A_Powerful_Way_To_Do_Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\" >What Is A Powerful Way To Do Ab Workouts With Weights?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Can_You_Build_Abs_With_Weights\" >Can You Build Abs With Weights?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Can_You_Get_Abs_Just_By_Lifting_Weights\" >Can You Get Abs Just By Lifting Weights?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Use_Proper_Form\" >Use Proper Form\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Do_More_Cardio\" >Do More Cardio\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Do_More_Than_Just_Ab_Workouts\" >Do More Than Just Ab Workouts\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Watch_Your_Diet\" >Watch Your Diet\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#What_Exercises_Hit_The_Abs_The_Most\" >What Exercises Hit The Abs The Most?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Weighted_Elbow_Planks_aka_forearm_planks\" >Weighted Elbow Planks (aka forearm planks)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Cable_Crunches\" >Cable Crunches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Weighted_Scissor_Flutter_Kicks\" >Weighted Scissor Flutter Kicks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Loaded_Hollow_Hold\" >Loaded Hollow Hold<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Weighted_Hanging_Leg_Raises\" >Weighted Hanging Leg Raises<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Weighted_Toe_Taps\" >Weighted Toe Taps<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#What_Are_The_Most_Powerful_Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\" >What Are The Most Powerful Ab Workouts With Weights?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Is_High_Reps_Or_High_Weight_Better_For_Abs\" >Is High Reps Or High Weight Better For Abs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Do_abs_need_heavy_weights_to_develop\" >Do abs need heavy weights to develop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#How_many_reps_for_a_6-pack\" >How many reps for a 6-pack?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Is_5_sets_of_abs_enough\" >Is 5 sets of abs enough?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#Can_I_hit_abs_every_day\" >Can I hit abs every day?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights-2\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bodyweight exercises are often the go-to choice for exercising the abs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/gym-workout-plan.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you want to see some incredible or even faster changes to this part of the body, opting for ab workouts with weights may be a better choice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on to explore the best ab workouts with weights at home or the gym.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Powerful_Way_To_Do_Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\"><\/span><strong>What Is A Powerful Way To Do Ab Workouts With Weights?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most effective way to achieve the best results from ab workouts with weights is to combine several training variables. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choosing The Correct Weights<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to weightlifting, the weight you choose determines the success of your routine. If you opt for weights that are too light for you, you risk delaying when you can start seeing your gains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if the weights you are using for your ab workouts are too heavy, then you risk injury. Injuries and extreme soreness ultimately interfere with how quickly you\u2019ll achieve your desired goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To find the best weights for your routine, the weight set should help you approach failure after completing your desired reps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-80066\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-8-1024x640.png\" alt=\"ab workouts with weights\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-8-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-8-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-8-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-8-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-8.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Exercise All The Core Muscles: Not Just The Abs<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to common thought, the abs do not make up the entire core.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are simply the most visible, aesthetically pleasing, and well-known muscles in this area.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Your core comprises 5 core muscles, namely the (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7345922\/\"><b>1<\/b><\/a><b>, <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/figure\/b-Name-of-core-muscles-and-their-functions_tbl2_352550151\"><b>2<\/b><\/a><b>):<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rectus Abdominis: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aka the abs or \u2018six-pack muscles.\u2019 They run straight down from the ribs to the pubic bone. They help provide stability to the spine while also allowing it to flex.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Obliques:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The internal and external obliques run down the side of the body from the ribs to the hips. The internal obliques lie right under the external obliques. Both pairs of muscles help rotate the spine and allow you to bend from side to side. When contracted isometrically, they help stabilize the spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Transversus abdominis:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is the innermost core muscle, acting as a brace or corset that helps support and stabilize the spine and pelvis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lumbar multifidus:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Located deep in the lower back, it helps stabilize the spine. People who usually experience low back pain often have a dysfunction in this muscle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/papr.70044\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Erector spinae:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This muscle runs along either side of the spine and helps extend the trunk, as well as in actions such as standing straight after bending over.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are training the abs for aesthetics, strength, or performance, the best results will come from training all parts of the whole (all the core muscles), not just the abs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Install the app and experience the versatility first-hand!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Practice Progressive Overload<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progressive overload is a training concept that involves gradually increasing the difficulty of your workouts over time. Placing greater demands on the muscle over time helps your muscles to get stronger and avoids plateaus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In untrained athletes, this concept can result in significant improvements in muscle mass gain. <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workouts-with-weights\/\">Ab workouts with weights<\/a> for beginners can yield significant results if they incorporate this training style into their exercise routines (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9528903\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When doing ab workouts with weights female or ab workout with weights male routines, you can engage in progressive overload in several ways by gradually:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increasing the load<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Performing more repetitions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increasing the number of sets<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ab-workout-with-dumbbells-female\/\">Ab Workout With Dumbbells Female Edition: 4 Must-Have Exercises<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Build_Abs_With_Weights\"><\/span><strong>Can You Build Abs With Weights?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can build abs with weights. Weighted ab workouts are great as they increase resistance in your exercises, which helps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Burn more calories: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This helps with fat loss. The more fat you lose in the body, the more your muscle gains are visible. Fat loss around the belly area helps make your abs visible.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out this article for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fat-burning-exercises-for-men\/\">fat-burning exercises for men<\/a> that help you lose overall belly fat, making your abs more visible.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Build muscle:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Strength training is the primary exercise intervention for increased muscle mass and strength (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6950543\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) for good reason. It challenges your muscles by placing tension and stress on them. This stress triggers the anabolic process, meaning bigger, stronger muscles.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding weights to the workout challenges your muscles more than bodyweight workouts do. Weighted workouts also offer the opportunity for progressive overload, which, as mentioned above, is a great way to build muscle mass and strength.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-80067\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-7-1024x640.png\" alt=\"ab workouts with weights\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-7-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-7-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-7-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-7-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-7.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Get_Abs_Just_By_Lifting_Weights\"><\/span><strong>Can You Get Abs Just By Lifting Weights?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can get abs by lifting weights. Whether you\u2019re lifting weights for full-body workouts or doing targeted core and abdominal workouts with weights, the extra resistance will help grow and sculpt your abs to the desired look.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that said, lifting weights alone is not enough. If you wish to not only get abs but also maintain the results long-term, here are some things you need to do:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Proper_Form\"><\/span><b>Use Proper Form\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using the correct form when working out not only reduces the risk of injury but also helps maximize muscle stimulation. This stimulating effect leads to better muscle growth and strength over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engaging your core during upper body workouts, such as pull-ups, or lower body workouts like deadlifts can even stimulate the core muscles, making them stronger.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_More_Cardio\"><\/span><b>Do More Cardio\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifting weights helps with fat loss and muscle growth. Cardio, however, is exceptionally great at enabling fat loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aerobic workouts burn a lot of calories during the workout session.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are overweight and have excess fat around the midsection, full-body cardio exercises can help you burn calories and fat. This fat-burning effect will help the ab muscles hidden under the fat layer become more visible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-80061\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-13-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-13-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-13-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-13-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-13-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-13.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_More_Than_Just_Ab_Workouts\"><\/span><b>Do More Than Just Ab Workouts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we previously mentioned, to achieve firm and healthy ab muscles, it\u2019s best to work all the core muscles, not just the rectus abdominis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This muscle engagement also applies to the rest of the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A balanced physique comes from working all muscles in the body. Use targeted core exercises as part of a full-body muscle-strengthening workout that also trains multiple upper and lower body exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a full-body core workout with weights that will help you work out every muscle.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Watch_Your_Diet\"><\/span><b>Watch Your Diet\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise without a proper diet is simply an exercise in futility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sayings \u2018abs are made in the kitchen\u2019 and \u2018abs are 80% diet and 20% exercise\u2019 are not just fun things that people in the fitness world like to say. They hold a lot of truth because you cannot out-exercise a bad diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thus, if you wish to have abs, your diet must also be on point. If you have excess fat in the abdominal area, maintaining a calorie deficit will promote fat loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, remember that muscles require protein to grow bigger and stronger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are training for muscle hypertrophy, researchers recommend increasing your daily protein intake to between 1.2 and 1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight per day for optimal results (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sportsmedicine-open.springeropen.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s40798-022-00508-w\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1002\/jcsm.12922\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Exercises_Hit_The_Abs_The_Most\"><\/span><strong>What Exercises Hit The Abs The Most?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019d like to target the rectus abdominis, here are some of the best exercises to incorporate into your routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weighted_Elbow_Planks_aka_forearm_planks\"><\/span><b>Weighted Elbow Planks (aka forearm planks)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear a weighted vest and lie on the floor, placing your forearms directly under your shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lift your body off the floor by pressing into your forearms and knees.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core by pulling your belly button toward your spine as you raise, and maintain a neutral neck and spine. Remember to keep breathing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tuck your toes under and lift your knees so that your body forms a straight line from the head to the heels. Do not sag your belly to the floor or arch your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this position for 20 to 30 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can practice progressive overload by gradually increasing the hold time, using a heavier weighted vest, or having someone place a plate on your upper back.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cable_Crunches\"><\/span><b>Cable Crunches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attach a rope handle to the high pulley of a cable machine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kneel in front of the machine and hold the rope with both hands, bringing it around your head.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your knees slightly bent and your hips stationary. This kneeling and holding is the starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core and pull the rope down by crunching your torso forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue to pull the rope towards your knees, focusing on contracting your abs. Keep your elbows fixed.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Release the tension and slowly return to the starting position. This crunch and release is one rep.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform the desired number of reps while maintaining control and good form.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start using our app <\/a>and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weighted_Scissor_Flutter_Kicks\"><\/span><b>Weighted Scissor Flutter Kicks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This exercise is perfect for the lower abs. Use ankle weights to add resistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back on an exercise mat with your legs extended in front of you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your arms on the mat, palms down, or place them under your buttocks for extra support during the movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core and lift your feet about 12 inches off the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping the core engaged and neck relaxed, slowly lower one leg toward the floor as you lift the other leg. This movement should imitate a scissors and kicking movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue scissor kicking for 20-30 seconds. These seconds equal one set.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform three sets of 20-30 seconds each for a complete workout.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Loaded_Hollow_Hold\"><\/span><b>Loaded Hollow Hold<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While not necessarily beginner-friendly, it is one of those intermediate to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/advanced-core-exercises\/\">advanced core exercises<\/a> that challenge the abs for great results.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by lying down on the floor with your legs extended straight out. Hold an appropriately sized plate or a dumbbell in your hands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core and drive your lower back into the ground. There should be no room between the lower back and the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While keeping your abs contracted and lower back in contact with the floor, raise your legs 2-3 inches above the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise your head slightly off the floor (1-2 inches) and extend your arms and weight of choice overhead and behind you. Ensure you are pressing your lower back into the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this position for 30 seconds (or as long as possible) before lowering the legs and shoulders to the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can perform this workout without weights, but if you want a challenge for your ab workouts, using the appropriately sized plate or dumbbell will help you do just that.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-80073\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-1-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-1-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-1-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-1-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-1-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Two-photos-collage-gym-workout-women-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weighted_Hanging_Leg_Raises\"><\/span><b>Weighted Hanging Leg Raises<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as the captain\u2019s chair exercise, it\u2019s great for targeting both the abs and hip flexors.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure a weight, e.g., a dumbbell or a weight plate, between your feet. Always start with a lighter weight and gradually increase it as you become more comfortable with the exercise.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If using the captain\u2019s chair frame, place your forearms on the padded armrests and hold on to the armrests. If you are using a pull-up bar, hold the bar and hang from it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and engage your abdominal muscles to prepare for leg lifts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend your knees slightly and raise your legs upward until your quads are parallel to the ground. Hold for 2 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an exhale, slowly lower your legs in a controlled movement until you return to the starting position. Keep breathing and your core engaged throughout the movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These steps equal one rep. Do 8-12 reps for 1 set and 3 sets for a complete workout.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weighted_Toe_Taps\"><\/span><b>Weighted Toe Taps<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toe taps are great Pilates-inspired <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mat-exercises-for-abs\/\">mat exercises for abs<\/a> and other core muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This exercise engages the obliques, transverse abdominis, hip flexors, and pelvic floor muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back on an exercise mat with your knees bent while holding a weighted plate or EZ bar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift both feet off the floor and extend your legs up until your thighs are perpendicular to the floor. Ensure that your legs are touching and bend them slightly at the knees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fully extend your arms upward so that the plate or bar you are holding points at your toes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core muscles and lift your torso off the floor. While closing the distance between your toes and the weight in your hands, try to touch the weight to your toes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lower your torso and arms back to the starting position. Keep your legs in the air.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat for 10-15 repetitions. Start with 1 set and progress to 3 sets of 10-15 repetitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other workouts to add to this routine include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weighted reverse incline crunch<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weighted hanging knee tucks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weighted GHD situps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cable woodchopper<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/30-minute-ab-workout\/\">Killer 30-Minute Ab Workout for Busy People<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Most_Powerful_Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Most Powerful Ab Workouts With Weights?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The above-mentioned ab workouts with weights are all powerful exercises for building visible abs. However, they are not the only workouts that you can do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More powerful ab workouts with weights include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dumbbell crunches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torso twists<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weighted side planks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kettlebell dead bug<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dumbbell side bends<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weighted flutter kicks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These core exercises help build the abs and other core muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also use other weighted workouts that do not directly target the abs but still activate the core muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>These compound exercises can still help build your abs and include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loaded carries overhead squats.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back Squats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deadlifts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chin-Ups<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These compound movements are excellent core exercises and target the abs more effectively than people realize. The bonus is that compound movements work your entire body!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_High_Reps_Or_High_Weight_Better_For_Abs\"><\/span><strong>Is High Reps Or High Weight Better For Abs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both options will work for abs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are working your abs to improve muscle mass and strength, moderate reps (8-12) with heavier weights are more effective.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those working their abdominals for improved endurance should instead do higher reps (15+) with lighter weights.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-80099\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Overlay-Banner-gym-workout-women-2-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Overlay-Banner-gym-workout-women-2-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Overlay-Banner-gym-workout-women-2-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Overlay-Banner-gym-workout-women-2-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Overlay-Banner-gym-workout-women-2-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Overlay-Banner-gym-workout-women-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_abs_need_heavy_weights_to_develop\"><\/span><strong>Do abs need heavy weights to develop?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not necessarily. Both light and heavy weights can help build your abs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, as mentioned above, your goals can determine if you need to use heavier weights or not. Additionally, increasing your weight can facilitate progressive overload.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_reps_for_a_6-pack\"><\/span><strong>How many reps for a 6-pack?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there is no scientific study recommending the optimal number of sets for ab growth, your best plan should be to use a wide range of reps in your plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This wide range of repetition variations includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4-6 Reps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8-12 Reps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15+ Reps<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This variety will cover the broad spectrum of physiological adaptations and likely lead to optimal results.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_5_sets_of_abs_enough\"><\/span><strong>Is 5 sets of abs enough?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. Research has consistently shown that multiple sets of exercises are better for muscle growth and strength (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5684266\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). One study found that performing up to 10 sets of exercise per week per muscle group had the best results in muscle growth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sportrxiv.org\/index.php\/server\/preprint\/view\/460\/967\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_hit_abs_every_day\"><\/span><strong>Can I hit abs every day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you cannot. While you may assume that doing so will lead to more muscle gains, the truth is that overworking your muscles prevents them from having enough time to rest, repair, and recover, ultimately leading to overtraining.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overtraining can cause your abdominal muscles to feel heavy and sore, and may even lead to decreased performance in the gym, unexplained fatigue, insomnia, and other issues associated with overtraining syndrome (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3435910\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&amp;flowToRedirect1=2935&amp;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ab_Workouts_With_Weights\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/gym-workout-plan.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not shy away from doing ab workouts with weights, as it is a great way to add resistance to regular core workouts, which ultimately leads to better muscle strength, growth, and body composition in this area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While doing these exercises, remember to pace yourself and avoid using the heaviest weights, as it\u2019ll increase your risk of injury. Instead, use medium weights that challenge your muscles without causing injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to maintain a calorie deficit, consume more protein, and get sufficient rest to achieve your desired results.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bodyweight exercises are often the go-to choice for exercising the abs.\u00a0 However, if you want to see some incredible or even faster changes to this part of the body, opting for ab workouts with weights may be a better choice.\u00a0 Read on to explore the best ab workouts with weights at home or the gym. 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