52-Year-Old Trainer Reveals Her Secret Moves for Perfect Abs
Do you want a six-pack but feel like you are too old? According to one expert, you can achieve a perfect midsection at any age. Adelina Jordan is a 52-year-old fitness trainer and coach whose mission is "proving age is just a number," according to her Instagram bio. In a new post, she reveals the handful of exercises that are responsible for her six-pack abs and the healthy habits that enable her to achieve them. "Six-pack abs in your fifties? Totally possible with the right plan. Here's what worked for me," she writes in the post.
She Trains Abs 2 to 3 Times a Week
"I train Abs like any other muscle," she writes. She reveals that she reserves two to three days a week to do ab work. "Remember … it takes consistency with workouts and nutrition and lots of time & patience," she writes.
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Here Are the Exercises She Does
"Here is an example of the workout I do to maintain my 6-pack abs in my 50s," she continues, revealing the five exercise sets.
- SL crunches
- weighted sit-ups
- Russian twist
- weighted toe taps
- double crunch.
She Also Pays Attention to Her Diet
She then goes on to discuss key tips to remember for 6-pack abs, starting with diet. "Dial in your nutrition," she writes. "Protein-packed meals, a slight calorie deficit, and staying consistent." According to clinical trials, consuming more protein than the recommended dietary allowance not only reduces body weight (BW) but also enhances body composition by decreasing fat mass while preserving fat-free mass (FFM) in both low-calorie and standard-calorie diets.
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And, She Lifts Weights
Next, she recommends weight lifting. "Strength training is a must," she says. "Focus on compound lifts that engage your core and help burn fat." According to the Mayo Clinic, strength and weight training help reduce body fat, preserve and increase lean muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently. Strength training may also help you:
- Develop strong bones
- Manage your weight
- Enhance your quality of life
- Manage chronic conditions
- Sharpen your thinking skills.
She Uses Resistance
Another important tactic? "Train your abs with resistance," she suggests, "Adding light weights, cables, or bands takes your core training to the next level—think strength and definition."
She Does Cardio
Don't forget to do cardio. "Steady-state cardio after lifting works wonders for revealing your hard-earned progress," she says.
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And, She Is Patient
Lastly, six-pack abs don't happen overnight. "Patience is key: Progress takes time, but trust me—it's worth it! If I can do it, so can you. Let's make it happen!" And if you enjoyed this article, don't miss these 3 Simple Stretches Made This Coach More Flexible in 2 Weeks.
