Sports therapist and physiologist Andrew Wells from Wake Forest University in the USA explained that the number of abdominal muscles is genetically determined. Abdominal exercises will not help increase their number and reduce fat in this area. In this respect reports Live Science.
The anterior abdominal wall, or abdominal muscles, consists of the oblique, rectus and transverse abdominis muscles, as well as tendons, Wells said. The number of tendon intersections affects how the abdominal area looks. Approximately 60% of the population is born with three tendon passages; these divide the anterior wall of the abdomen into six sections known as “cubes”. Doing various abdominal exercises will strengthen your muscles but will not affect their shape.
Additionally, fatty tissue may accumulate irregularly on the body surface. Local fat deposits can be expressed in various anatomical regions (submental region, abdomen, waist, hips, butt). This means that people who are genetically predisposed to storing belly fat may have more difficulty achieving visible muscle definition in this area. This will most likely require you to follow a strict diet, which can lead to health problems due to nutrient deficiencies.
A sports physiologist recommends proper nutrition and exercise to achieve athletic fitness. Healthy habits can help reduce belly fat and improve its appearance.
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