Do You Have To Do Weights To Reveal Abs?

No.

I'm asian, and have the genetics fo a natural 6-pack regardless of how powerful (or not) my abs are. I've had a six pack since I was 8, and I was a terrible athlete back then. 

I know some bodybuilders who have incredibly large, powerful abs (probably 5x the size of mine) and even with low bodyfat, barely get the cuts you would call for a six-pack. I think the sites of muscle attachment and focal body fat over the abs make a huge difference, and genetics are more important than people imagine. Just because one has a six-pack doesn't mean one's in great shape or works out a lot.  

I have visible abs and don't lift weights, do crunches, or stress about what I eat.  Low body fat percentage, exercise, and good genes, I think.  Thanks Mom & Dad.

Bioteknik - 2009-07-07 9:45 PM

supa-powa - 2009-07-07 8:05 PM So you don't need to do what Lance does in his garage? How do you get your diet in check to lose weight? I'm skinny, but I have a little bit of fat that I'd like to get ride of.

why would lance lift weights in the first place?  doesn't he know he's just wasting his time? 

 

Lance lifted weights when he was training to run his marathon.  Hence why you can see him pack on the weight in his chest.  I believe also that picture was taken out of a Mens Health magazine photo shoot.

First, you don't have to "do weights" at all to build your abs or core muscles.  Most effective ab work is done with body weight only.  In fact, activities like swimming, biking and running among others are great for conditioning the core as it has to be engaged to keep proper form.

That said, there's a difference between the lean stomach of a person who doesn't train and one who does.  When I was young, skinny and didn't work out, my stomach just looked flat and hard, but not ripped because I didn't train my core or anything for that matter.  Now that I do train, as long as I keep my body fat below about 18%, I can see a six pack which IMO, is much nicer than just a flat undefined tummy.

A lean muscular physique is usually do to following a proper diet and maintaining low bodyfat.  Weight and core training can help but is not necessary to develop six pack abs. However, I personally feel I have developed a leaner physique by adding strength/core training x2 a week to compliment my triathlon training. 

In my opinion, stay away from low carb diet expecially if your training for triathlon.  I usually maintain a 60% carb, 20 % protein, 20% fat diet and it has worked for me.  You've seen my before and after album and I have dropped over 85lbs. and am now 6% bodyfat so it's worked very well.  My best advice to you is to keep an online log of what you eat and over time you'll see what your body responds well to and what doesn't.  Take pictures of yourself every 4 weeks to keep track of progress.  Cheers!