Tips for Men Wanting Flat Abs Body building & toning You are working out often. But, not able to get results! Here is a list of 5 causes. Improper diet 1. On one side you are hogging, on the other side you are working out. Calories which are burnt are reloaded from the other side thus hampering results. 2. Keep an eye on diet. Opt for low calorie options to beat temptations. Go for a grilled sandwich instead of bread pakoda. Inadequate water 1. Nowadays it’s a practice to go on eating junk food and pay least attention to water intake. 2. Diet rich in salt leads to water retention making you look fatter. Thus it keeps you away from flat abs. Most of the times thirst is mistaken for hunger and you tend to eat instead of drinking water. 3. Restrict salt intake. Have at least 10 glasses/ 2 liters of water a day. This helps to flush out excess salt and toxins. Lack of sleep 1. Lack of sleep leads to disturbed metabolism and fat deposition in the tummy area. 2. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends and holidays. It tunes our body's sleep-wake cycle and promotes better sleep at night. Muscle tone 1. Shortage of muscles contributes to lack of muscle tone. Larger the muscles, better is the distinction from body fat. 2. Go for heavy load workouts to build abs or tummy muscles. Genetic 1. Some carry tummy fat in genes. When it runs in families it becomes difficult to tone abs. 2. When such people work out aggressively, they may lose weight but they still carry tummy fat.