What does running do?

Question

I'm pretty small like 130 pounds and im trying to get a six pack so my parents are telling me that i need to gain weight and do lots of chrunches they say i shouldnt do running or anything but i have a belly will doing chrunches get rid of that or should i run to get rid of it and i also lift weights and have pretty good arm muscles if i run could i burn off some of that muscle thanks {:

Answer 1

Well, crunches won't burn off your belly.  You have to do at least 20 minutes of continuous cardio to burn fat effectively.  And running will help form abs.

Running won't burn muscle, either.  It'll drop some of the water in your body, so you won't be as big looking after you go for a run, but you won't get super skinny if you continue to lift weight.

Lastly, the six-pack abs comes from dehydration and your body's water content dropping.  If you never drink water and constantly exercise with ab routines and cardio, you'll get a six-pack.

it's not safe, though.  Good luck!

Answer 2

Lifting weights, crunches, and pushups will help you be cut. Running will just help your general fitness and you will see results more quickly.

Answer 3

swimming and running uses the most muscles and is the best cardio for all ages.  IT gets the heart pumping.

Do what feels best for you.

Answer 4

Running will help cut the fat. Especially distance running. When you do crunches make sure you do all different kinds to get a great all around tone. Try the following.

1.) Straight crunches. Just the regular crunch that everyone knows.

2.) Side crunches- when you  are in a regular crunch position just lay your legs to one side and keep your hips flat on the ground than do crunches. (it will work on your obliques)

3.) Reverse crunches- sit as if you were doing a regular crunch. Put your hands under your butt to balance yourself and than lift your butt about 6 inches off the ground. This will work on your lower abs.

You could also use your free weights to work on your abs. sit on the ground with both your legs bent in front of you. Than put the weight on your right side. Lift your feet off the ground and move the weight to the other side. Touch the ground with the weight and continue to do this. Good luck