Muscles around the front and sides of the trunk that help control the ribcage, pelvis and spine.
Why Abdominals matters
Strong abdominal muscles help transfer force between the upper and lower body and support controlled lifting, carrying and rotation.
A practical example
A dead bug trains the abdominals to resist excessive arching while the arms and legs move.
Common mistake
Treating the abdominals as one visible “six-pack” muscle or believing endless crunches remove stomach fat.
Keep the context in mind.
Training and nutrition terms describe general principles. The right exercise, intensity or food target still depends on your experience, health, goals and schedule.
Personalised coaching
Apply the principle to your own training.
A definition is useful, but your programme still needs to match your experience, schedule, recovery and goals.
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