When you are targeting your abs workout, you will build strength in that area because of an increase in muscle mass. As a result, it keeps a strong layer of muscle that makes the stomach looks trim and flat.

Exercises that target on abdomen have another positive effect too. Since the abdominal areas have large muscles, and will consume considerably larger amount of energy, more energy need to be supplied to move through the range of the exercise. As a result, more calories will be depleted resulting in losing some excess body fat; which is good for weight loss.

There is simply no shortcut, supplement or drugs that can give you the ripped six pack abs and sexy waistlines you want, it can only be done through proper diet and regular exercise. The effect is also limited by gender, genetics and age. Some people gain weight more easily than others.

Some people are lucky and are born with faster and more efficient metabolism, hence they are able to burn more calories when they exercise. If you tend to gain weight easily, you really need to pay attention on your diet, amount of food you eat and make sure you exercise for at least 1 hour daily.