A nice 6 pack is something that really draws attention. For those who have 6 pack abs it is nice to get those looks of admiration and know that all the work you put into them is paying off. For those of you just looking longingly, there is good news.

You can have 6 pack abs. It takes work and dedication, but you have all the necessary tools to give yourself your own 6 pack that will get attention. Learn the two main keys that you will need to get your mid section in shape and you will be well on your way to getting those 6 pack abs of your dreams.

Nutrition

The first step in the process of building a 6 pack is getting your diet on track. You need to cut out the fat and other food items that cause you to gain fat, retain water and bloat.

You probably will not be surprised to hear that you need to cut out those refined carbs – white flour, bread, pasta. You also need to cut sugar and salt as much as possible from your diet. These foods are known to increase fat gain and will cause bloating in your stomach which will hide your stomach muscles.

You should aim to eat five to six mini meals everyday. Do not skip a meal. This way you will stay full and not feel hungry or have cravings. Eating like this will also help you to keep your metabolism up so your body will burn calories more efficiently.

Exercise

Diet is only half of the equation here to get 6 pack abs. You also need exercise. You actually need three different types of exercise.

Cardio, also called aerobic, exercise brings your heart rate up. It helps to turn your body into a fat burning machine. It is the best exercise for getting learner all over. You want to do cardio about 3 to 5 times per week. Make sure you are pushing yourself and working hard in each cardio session.

Strength training helps you to build your muscles. Muscles are fat burners. They burn fat even when you are not working out. You should do strength training at least two times per week. Make sure you are pushing yourself here, too.

You also need to do target exercises that work your stomach muscles. These help to bring out the definition in your 6 pack. You want to work all three areas of the stomach – upper abs, lower abs and obloquies.