One thing I love about my About.com readers is how smart y'all are. I love that you're always asking questions, searching for answers and that you're determined to exercise the right way. This week, I'm highlighting some of the most frequently asked questions I get about exercise, weight loss, abs and more to help you boost your fitness IQ and create effective workouts you can enjoy:

• How do I lose fat over my abs?
• What exercises will get rid of saddlebags?
• I just started exercising, so why am I gaining weight?
• What are some alternative exercises for squats?
• Can I still lose weight if I split my workouts?
• Will I lose more weight if I workout on an empty stomach?
• How do I tone up my flabby arms?
• How accurate are the calorie counts on gym machines?

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