Ebony (February 2007)

Article - Body Talk: AB Envy!
Do you want abs like these? Here's how you can get a six pack of your own

When it comes to getting in shape, for many people the quest to achieve flat abs is almost like seeking the Holy Grail. You have done hundreds of crunches and tried numerous fad diets, but the pursuit of attaining washboard abs remains elusive.

Truth is, magnificent abs are the result of routine exercise and weight control through a balanced diet, says Wayne Hawkins, a certified personal trainer from St. Louis. Remember the cliche, 'You are what you eat?' Well, it is true. If you eat fat," he says, "you will gain weight. A low-fat diet and exerciese routine allows you to burn more calories than you consume. This in turn will decrease body fat and reveal your abdominal muscles."