How To Get Abs In 60 Days (Using Science)

Jeff Nippard

Jeff Nippard

9 min, 30 sec

The video provides detailed insights into different body fat percentages, optimal ab training, dieting strategies, and supplements for achieving visible abs.

Summary

  • Explains the appearance of midsection at various body fat percentages, from 50% to 6%, and identifies the 'six-pack sweet spot' for men and women.
  • Provides a detailed two-exercise ab workout plan emphasizing progressive overload and recommends including cardio for better results.
  • Outlines a nutrition strategy for fat loss based on current and goal body weight, including protein, fat, and calorie intake, and suggests a diet break for long-term cutting.
  • Recommends supplements like protein powder, creatine monohydrate, and caffeine for their benefits in muscle building and focus during training.
  • Promotes the macro factor nutrition app, which helps in diet planning and tracking, and shares personal and user transformations.

Chapter 1

Visual Representation of Body Fat Percentages

0:00 - 34 sec

Describes how the midsection appearance varies with body fat percentages from 50% to 6%.

Describes how the midsection appearance varies with body fat percentages from 50% to 6%.

  • At 50% body fat, the midsection is large, and abs are buried under fat.
  • At 40% and 30%, the waistline becomes smaller and the stomach flatter, but abs are still not visible.
  • Visible abs start to appear at 20% body fat, and at 10% body fat, a well-defined six-pack is achievable with proper training.
  • At 6% body fat, individuals achieve a shredded look suitable for professional bodybuilding competitions.

Chapter 2

Optimal Ab Training for a Six-Pack

1:04 - 2 min, 54 sec

Explains the best ab exercises for developing a visible six-pack and the importance of progressive overload.

Explains the best ab exercises for developing a visible six-pack and the importance of progressive overload.

  • Discredits the idea that ab training is unnecessary, asserting the importance of building ab muscles for definition upon cutting down.
  • Criticizes fast-paced circuit style workouts, advocating for progressive overload with weighted exercises instead.
  • Recommends just two main exercises for ab development: a weighted crunch and a leg raise, both performed twice weekly.
  • Advises against solely relying on planks and anti-rotation exercises as they do not directly target the six-pack muscles as effectively.

Chapter 3

Dietary Adjustments for Fat Loss

4:36 - 2 min, 34 sec

Presents a simple dietary formula for fat loss and highlights common mistakes people make while dieting.

Presents a simple dietary formula for fat loss and highlights common mistakes people make while dieting.

  • Introduces a simple calculation for daily calorie and protein intake based on current and goal body weight.
  • Emphasizes the importance of eating at least 50g of fat daily and the flexibility in allocating the remaining calories.
  • Stresses the significance of consistency over the types of food consumed, while still suggesting to prioritize whole foods.
  • Addresses common dieting mistakes, such as overly ambitious goals, excessive reliance on the scale, and not taking diet breaks during extended cutting phases.

Chapter 4

Supplementation for Muscle Growth and Training Focus

7:21 - 1 min, 5 sec

Discusses the benefits and recommendations for protein powder, creatine monohydrate, and caffeine supplements.

Discusses the benefits and recommendations for protein powder, creatine monohydrate, and caffeine supplements.

  • Recommends protein powder for convenience in meeting daily protein requirements.
  • Advocates for daily creatine monohydrate intake for increased strength and muscle mass, noting it's safe and effective for most.
  • Suggests caffeine for improved focus and alertness during workouts, with advice on managing tolerance and cycling.

Chapter 5

Promotion of Macro Factor Nutrition App

8:28 - 1 min, 0 sec

Promotes the macro factor nutrition app for personalized diet planning and monitoring progress.

Promotes the macro factor nutrition app for personalized diet planning and monitoring progress.

  • Introduces the macro factor nutrition app as a tool for creating a customized diet plan based on scientific algorithms.
  • Highlights personal and user transformations achieved through the app's guidance.
  • Features the app's easy-to-use interface, barcode and nutrition label scanners, analytics features, and supportive online community.

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