They always add beauty, finesse and correct symmetry to whoever possesses them. They can assist with building self-love, land you on the front cover of any popular magazine, maybe give you the extra edge to naturally woo the judges for a chance to be the next Banks Calendar Girl in Barbados or be the main celebrity for advertising companies.
In essence, well sculpted abdominals will not only cause you to feel good about yourself but can earn you extra income. However, mismanagement, lack of proper acknowledgement, poor nutrition and exclusion of silent doctors have caused the abdominals of some people to become exceedingly enormous.
Luckily, hope has become abundant for most people because exercise combined with silent doctors and proper nutrition can cause your abdominals to sparkle once again. I call it following a holistic programme and being firm craftsmen of our fate.
Last week we commenced the six-pack crusade towards healthy abdominals. We commenced with a basic programme. This week we shall work towards eliminating more fat from the diet and adding more silent doctors.
Therefore, silent doctor lime, lemon and nettle tea can be considered as hot beverages. A steamed dish of red sweet peppers, grated carrots, cucumber, garlic, turmeric, seasoned fish and two slices of boiled cassava is nutritious. A Barbadian juice of golden apples blended with a pinch of cayenne pepper can make the day.
Additionally, the main target group will be the abdominals and my most effective abdominal exercise is the bicycle. The bicycle is the best movement for targeting the rectus abdominis (that is, the six-pack) and the obliques (the waist).
The bicycle can be used for strengthening, firming and building core stability. Before exercising it is best to massage the abdominals with an oil containing cayenne pepper, dried cinnamon, orange peel and lemon grass.
The bicycle
1. Lie face up on your mat and place your hands behind your head, lightly supporting it with your fingers.
2. Bring the knees in to the chest and lift the shoulder blades off the floor without pulling on the neck.
3. Rotate to the left, bringing the right elbow towards the left knee as you straighten the other leg.
4. Switch sides, bringing the left elbow towards the right knee.
5. Continue alternating sides in a pedalling motion for one to three sets of 12-16 reps.
As we continue to exercise let these lines from our National Anthem inspire you: “We have no doubts or fears, Upward and onward we shall go, Inspired, exulting, free.”
Finally, don’t give up.
• Annette Maynard-Watson, a teacher and herbal educator, may be contacted at [email protected] or call 250-6450. DISCLAIMER: It is not our intention to prescribe or make specific health claims for any produts. Any attempt to diagnose and treat real illness should come under the direction of your health care professional.
