How To Perform Stallone's Rocky Abs Workout In Your Local Gym

By Russ Howe


The Sylvester Stallone abs workout represents a real back-to-basics attack on the midsection. Today you'll learn how to perform this entire routine in your local gym or even at home. However, going back to basics doesn't necessarily mean it's going to be a walk in the park.

Despite much hype and speculation about which exercises Sly used to develop his abdominal area, the fact is things were actually kept very basic and straightforward in the gym. Below is a guide to each of the exercises in his core routine.

Part 1: Crunches.

3 sets of 15 are required. Almost everybody who has used a gym has, at some stage, used crunches as part of their abdominal routine. This move really zones in on the upper part of the six pack, helping to bring out the top two very nicely indeed.

Exercise 2: Twisting Crunches.

Aim for 2 x 30 on each side. Side crunches concentrate on developing the muscles which run down the side of the six pack, which are called the obliques. This move is excellent for bringing out the definition in these small muscles.

Part 3: Full Knee Raises.

Aim for 2 x 10 here. Be sure to focus on tensing your lower stomach in order to lift your legs, while also aiming to get past a 90 degree point with each raise. This makes sure that full focus is on the lower stomach, which is the area you are trying to develop here with this classic bodybuilding move.

Exercise 4: Broomstick Twists.

Aim for 3 x 10 on each side. An often overlooked exercise, this can be done with either a barbell or a mop. Twist to each side while focusing on contracting the oblique muscles and you'll notice the incredibly burn this relatively straightforward exercise is able to provide.

Part 5: The Abdominal Wheel.

1 set of 30 reps. A timeless classic, this piece of equipment was a mainstay of old school bodybuilding gyms during the 70's, 80's and early 1990's. It has made a pleasing reappearance in many public gyms over the last few years. It's a highly effective move which focuses on complete core development so be sure to take your time with this one in order to feel the maximum contraction on each repetition you perform.

Needless to say, you'll need to watch your eating habits if you truly wish to get the most from this tough workout. The Sylvester Stallone abs workout is not for the fainthearted, it demands a lot of dedication. If you want to get the most from what it has to offer you'n need to remember the golden rule of weight training... A six pack is built in the kitchen.




About the Author:

About the author: Popular online personal trainer Russ Howe PTI teaches many people how to build their best body in the gym and at home. Get your quick guide to the full sylvester stallone abs workout for free on his website.


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