Get a Grip on Insulin's Ups and Downs

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The Fuel How Insulin Plays A Critical Role One of the endocrine system's most important hormones is insulin, which plays a critical role in how your body uses food. Problems arise when your body starts creating too much insulin, which can happen for several reasons. If you can take control of your insulin's ups and downs, you'll be primed to lose weight and restore your body's hormone power! Find out more about insulin ups and downs » SHARE IT:

The Regimen The Truth About Abs There are many different muscle groups in the "abs" category. You have external and internal obliques, rectus abdominis, transverse abs, to name a few. You should work different muscles in the abs every time you work out. For example, work your rectus abdominis on Monday, your transverse abs on Tuesday, your obliques on Wednesday, and so on. Get more fitness advice » The Challenge Move of the Week: Reverse Crunch Although crunches by themselves won't burn belly fat, they will strengthen your core, burn intramuscular fat, and help you build lean, calorie-burning muscle. If you want an exercise that specifically targets the lower and transverse abs, try the Reverse Crunch. Master this move »