# Ab work

**URL:** <https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/ab-work/11310>\
**Category:** Training Q&A \[Moderated\]\
**Created:** [September 3, 2021, 10:58am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/ab-work/11310 "2021-09-03T10:58:40Z")\
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**Author:** ![brettkeefer](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.barbellmedicine.com/brettkeefer/32/1087_2.png) [@brettkeefer](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/brettkeefer)\
**Post date:** [September 3, 2021, 10:58am UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/ab-work/11310/1 "2021-09-03T10:58:40Z")

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For the first time I would like to start adding direct core work to my weekly training. I am thinking 2x a week. But I’m not sure exactly how to do about it. Do I treat it like direct arm or chest work? Get close to failure , 60-90 second break for 5-6 sets? And then add additional reps/ time / sets as I progress.

also are flutter kicks a viable option to add along with leg raises and planks ?

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**Author:** ![LeahBBM](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.barbellmedicine.com/leahbbm/32/17_2.png) [@LeahBBM](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/LeahBBM)\
**Post date:** [September 3, 2021, 2:57pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/ab-work/11310/2 "2021-09-03T14:57:16Z")

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Great thing to add! We have an article covering GPP, and if you scroll down there is a section on Ab work, with some suggestions for movement and program set up.

> **[General Physical Preparedness (GPP) Training For Lifters | Barbell Medicine](https://www.barbellmedicine.com/blog/general-physical-preparedness-gpp-training-for-lifters/)**
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> Barbell Medicine values the development of a well-rounded athlete and healthy individual, so while we have a clear focus on strength training, we aim to

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**Author:** ![brettkeefer](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.barbellmedicine.com/brettkeefer/32/1087_2.png) [@brettkeefer](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/u/brettkeefer)\
**Post date:** [September 3, 2021, 3:41pm UTC](https://forum.barbellmedicine.com/t/ab-work/11310/3 "2021-09-03T15:41:25Z")

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Thanks Leah!