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Ab Rocket Review - Will It Really Give You The Flat Belly You Require?

 

Hi,
Let me start by saying that I haven't tried the Ab Rocket myself. I just saw an informercial about it the other day, and thought I'd do a little research to see if I'm going to buy it or not. I should also say, that I have a deep mistrust of workout machines in general and abs gizmos in particular, and I'll explain why below.

This lens which I wrote is an Ab Rocket review which is made up of the research I did on this product, based on user testimonials that I've read, and will also include my knowledge about how I got my six pack abs, and what I believe is required to lose belly fat and get a truly flat stomach.

Read on to see discover more about the AbRocker Exerciser.

What The Abs Rocket Claims To Do 

The Ab Rocket claims to be able to provide a safer and more effective abs workout. Its infomercial also says you'll be able to shave inches from your waist by working with it.

The Ab Rocket is made a series of cushions which support the back and the neck and move with the body when you work the abs.

Here's a picture of it to show you what it's about:

The AbRocket has 3 resistance levels you can work with to increase the intensity of each workout.

Each AbRocket comes with some bonuses: a workout dvd, and a meal plan booklet. The Ab Rocket costs around $100.

Okay, that was the gist of what this machine is all about. But does it really work? Can it really work?

How Do You Really Get a Flat Stomach 

The AbRocket may provide a better workout experience, but can it really shave the fat from your abs?

I think that the answer is no, and I can make this assumption without having to work with it for this simple reason: it is virtually impossible to achieve fat spot reduction. What this means is that you can't lose weight from a specific body part by working it out. Your muscles may develop, but they will not appear toned if they're covered with a layer of fat.

This means that no matter which abs exercises you do, if your body fat is high, you will never have the kind of flat abs you long for. You may have stronger muscles, but they will not show.

And this is why I don't like any of the Ab Machines I see on TV, they may help you to workout, but they don't deal with the root of the problem, which is how to reduce belly fat. I don't mean that Ab Rocket is a scam, I'm just saying that I don't believe it can provide the kind of results you're looking for.

As someone who went down that road and got his six pack, I have to say that today, I hardly do any ab exercises. However, I am very lean and so my abs show.

The reason is that I have the right kind of knowledge, and this is the key. You need to know how to get lean. That's why I recommend investing your money, not in some costly machine, but in the right kind of information.

I recommend getting this program: TruthAboutAbs. It provides you with all the information you need to have on which exercises to do, how to maintain the right kind of nutrition, and how to make sure you really get lean. And it costs much, much less than the Ab Rocket, and you don't have to wait for it to be shipped. You can download it instantly.

Click here to read more about it: TruthAboutAbs.

You can also read a more detailed review of this program here: TruthAboutAbs Review

Ab Rocket on Amazon 

Ab Rocket Abdominal Trainer

Amazon Price: $99.99 (as of 10/07/2008)

Ab Rocket Testimonials Samples 

I did a lot of reading on the web of testimonials by people who have used this product. I'll try to give the gist right here, but most of them come from Amazon, and I'll supply more links in this review.

The Ab Rocket got 63 reviews on Amazon and an average score of 3.5 stars out of 5 stars possible. It's up to you to decide if this is worth $100.

And indeed, many people wrote that they thought the AbRocket wasn't worth $100, but much less.

Some people enjoyed their experience with this device, however, a number of problems were evident:

1. As with most workout machines, some just don't fit your size. It's very difficult to make a machine which fits everyone and this one was no different. As the entire function of the AbRocket is to be comfortable, this is a major disappointment.

2. The resistance levels of the Ab Rocket are just not enough. It may provide you with a good workout if you're starting out, but if you have fairly strong abs already, it seems to not provide enough stimulus.

3. Some people complained that the ab rocket's back cushions didn't give you a massage as advertised.

I always look at machines with a grain of salt. As I said, this device doesn't show me how to burn belly fat but only how to strengthen ab muscles. This means that it won't really help you to Lose Belly Fat, which is what you need to have a great stomach.

However, I do think that if you think that having such a device will get you to workout, then perhaps it is worth buying. It is possible to stow it away under your bed as it's not to bulky.

Why Knowledge is Better than Gadgets 

As I said previously, I believe that knowledge beats gadgets for the following reasons:

1. It's often better to work without machines since they usually give a worse workout than free resistance exercises.

2. Knowledge doesn't take room or collect dust around the house.

3. No ab machine can really burn a lot of belly fat. Leading the right life style, which a great ab program can show you how to do, will help you do that.

This is why I recommend using TruthAboutAbs. This is a program which can show you everything you need to do in order to get a flat stomach and get lean all over your body.

It covers every aspect of the belly fat burning furnace, and shows you what works and what doesn't so you can save a lot of time on useless exercises and so on.

I use it myself and recommend it as it provides results for men and women both.

Click here to read more about it: Truth About Abs.

Reader Feedback 

JonathanD

Hi Ladystlight1,
My point is that there are better alternatives to the Ab Rocket, and more affordable ones. And yes, I don't use ab machines in my workouts. I don't believe in them.
You're right, there's a lot more to losing weight and strengthening the body than an ab machine can provide. Without the proper nutrition and full body workouts results will not last, in my opinion.

I did say that some people enjoyed their experience with the ab rocket, but also that some didn't.
Anyone who wants to use the Ab Rocket is welcome to it. I don't have a link to its Amazon page for nothing.

Posted September 13, 2008

ladystlight1

The benefit of the Ab Rocket is that there is less strain on the back. Yes it works and it did for me and alot of my friends.
So be sure the next time you want to $%&^$ on a product be sure to remember that there is alot more to loosing weight and strengthening the body. Don't crap on a machine that helps aid a person in their goals.
I am sure that you use alot of machines in your routine. Do you crap on one of them? I didn't think so.
So please; don't deter someone from something that is actually good for your back and something that does help strengthen your muscles.

Posted September 13, 2008

Ab Rocket and Belly Fat Related Links 

Ab Rocket On Amazon
The Ab Rocket On Amazon
Truth About Abs
The Truth About Abs website
Ab Rocket Testimonials
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Ab Rocket Homepage
Ab Rocket Homepage
Truth About Abs Reviews
A detailed review of the TruthAboutAbs program

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