Defined abdominal muscles or “abs” have become a symbol of fitness and health.
For this reason, the internet is full of information about how you can achieve a six pack.
Many of these recommendations use exercises and devices that target ab muscles.
These methods supposedly stimulate your abs to burn belly fat.
However, they’re nothing more than gimmicks. They almost never work.
This article explains everything you need to know about ab exercises and belly fat.
What Are Abdominal Muscles (Abs)?
Abdominal muscles help stabilize your core.
They also assist your breathing, allow movement, protect your internal organs and are in charge of postural support and balance.
There are four main abdominal muscles:
- Rectus abdominis.
- Transverse abdominis.
- External oblique.
- Internal oblique.
The abdominal muscles look like this:
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