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Abdominals are the most problematic body part when it comes to muscle building. Bodybuilders who temporarily stopped from working out can still retain their defined muscles in almost all body parts, but skipping a couple of abdominal exercise sessions will cause the abs to lose their muscles and return to its flabby state. Abdomen tends to store fats easily, and losing it is very difficult.

Six pack abs programs have a very intensive nature. But people can modify the program from time to time and introduce variations in their workout. Program for abdominal training is not as strict as the other programs.

One type of abdominal program is basic circuit training. Circuit is defined as completing a series of exercises and their recommended number of sets and repetitions. Listed below are some tips for a basic circuit training:

After the second week, a person will get used to the program and should slightly modify it to advance the training to a higher level.

Presented below is a sample schedule for a basic circuit training.

Monday

Abdominals are emphasized and exercises should be done in single sets with 15 repetitions, unless specified. Rest periods between sets should be avoided.

Abs training should be followed by a full-body workout. Each routine should have two sets with 12 repetitions. Rest period between sets should be strictly followed.

Tuesday

Light cardiovascular exercises for 30 minutes. Tuesday training is optional.

Wednesday

This is a full-body workout with emphasis in the abdominal areas, and is very similar with the Monday training. The number of sets and repetitions for abdominal exercises are maintained, but routines are changed.

Full-body workout is the same with the Monday training.

Thursday

Training is an optional 45-minute cardiovascular exercise.

Friday

Legs and lower body are emphasized in a full-body workout. Routines are done in two sets with 12 repetitions.

Basic circuit training can be restructured to become suitable for intermediate and advanced training. Advanced circuit might include low-intensity cardio exercises in the morning and workouts for various body parts in the afternoon. It also requires fasting before the morning session, and weekends will be included in the program.