How to REALLY Get Six-Pack Abs - VIDEO

There's lots of hype out there about how to get "six-pack abs." You've probably seen ads touting products that are THE sure-fire way to achieve this toned status.

The following video articulates the most common-sense approach I've seen. To truly get these abs, it takes two things: LOSE WEIGHT and AB EXERCISES. And guess which of these is about 95 percent of the component? Yep, losing weight. You can do all the ab exercises in the world, but if you don't lose weight to uncover those muscles, they'll be hidden among layers of fat! It's a simple approach - but it takes hard work and discipline! Sorry - there's no magic pill or magic contraption to buy that will tone you this way!

So this video addresses both of these components. Scooby (the man in the video) even demonstrates the iPod touch/iPhone application called "Lose It!" by FitNow. It's an app for people who need help staying on track with their "diets" - their nutrition and calories - and who aren't conscientious with reading food labels. You simply enter your current weight AND your target weight. Next, input how much cardio you do and the app calculates the daily calories you need to achieve this goal. This is a simplified explanation - you have to watch his demo to really see the possibilities with this app!

The video is just over 11 minutes. Give it a shot - watch the whole thing before you decide what you think about the validity of what he says. It takes a little to get past Scooby's quirky personality - but his message is pretty solid. He's against the commercialization of diet plans and contraptions for fitness solely for the sake of turning a buck. He believes that good health and fitness can be achieved inexpensively, and through routine, common-sense methods.

Keep in mind, Scooby is a bodybuilder. I am not. You probably aren't either! But defining your abs, and getting fit in general, follows similar, common-sense principles. He also published this prior to July 4 - obviously! Just take it for what it's worth.

I'd love to hear what you think of his approach! Does this excite you about the possibilities for your own fitness?