I just want flat abs and a flat stomach for once!

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  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
    gabrielleelliott90 wrote: »
    randomtai wrote: »
    Lift heavy things, put them back down.
    Repeat.

    I don't think I'd want to build much muscle and I don't think I'd want to pay an obscene amount for the gym either :/ but I'll keep it in mind.



    it's so funny that you think that you're just going to build up so much muscle all of a sudden without noticing.
  • FoxyLifter
    FoxyLifter Posts: 965 Member
    scottacular wrote: »
    So you want a flat stomach and defined abs, but you don't want to workout or eat at a deficit and don't want to pay for a gym? I'm not sure what it is you're asking for exactly here as it seems like you know what you need to do, but won't do it.

    He's right, you know. You can wish all you want, but it won't happen on accident. Where there's a will, there's a way. If you really REALLY want it, you'll find the necessary steps and make it happen. If you're just wishing for fun.... well, then, I'd like a mansion near the ocean, a car collection, a yacht, and a trip around the world... oooo this is fun! :wink:

  • jkal1979
    jkal1979 Posts: 1,896 Member
    edited April 2015
    More than likely if you want to go the lipo route it may also require a tummy tuck. Those things cost a lot more than a gym membership. It also won't guarantee a six pack.

    You will still have to put in a certain amount of work to maintain it. If you don't and gain, you will have a new problem area to deal with.
  • usmcmp
    usmcmp Posts: 21,219 Member
    I have a flat stomach. It was a lot cheaper than lipo/tummy tuck and I gained the habits it takes to maintain it (which doesn't happen with surgery). You know what to do.
  • Asher_Ethan
    Asher_Ethan Posts: 2,430 Member
    The reason no one seems to have a flat stomach is because it's hard to get. A friend of mine got lipo and it cost her $9,000... that's a little more than a monthly gym membership...
  • usmcmp
    usmcmp Posts: 21,219 Member
    Asher_Ethan wrote: »
    The reason no one seems to have a flat stomach is because it's hard to get. A friend of mine got lipo and it cost her $9,000... that's a little more than a monthly gym membership...

    That would pay for my gym membership for 25 years.
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    Asher_Ethan wrote: »
    The reason no one seems to have a flat stomach is because it's hard to get. A friend of mine got lipo and it cost her $9,000... that's a little more than a monthly gym membership...

    Yowsas did she make a concerted effort to lose weight before the procedure? Like a calorie deficit and exercise?

  • SergeantSausage
    SergeantSausage Posts: 1,673 Member
    Calorie Deficit is your friend, right?

    It's the only way.
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    SergeantSausage wrote: »
    Calorie Deficit is your friend, right?

    It's the only way.

    Well yeah. Whats going to happen if they go back to eating like they did before?? That belly will come right on back!

    It really breaks my heart when i read about folks who go through the $$$, pain and trauma of weight loss surgery only to gain all of the weight back again :confounded:
    I know Lipo Isn't as severe as WLS, but still...

  • LiftAllThePizzas
    LiftAllThePizzas Posts: 17,857 Member
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  • snowflakesav
    snowflakesav Posts: 649 Member
    It sounds like you aren't willing to make changes or sacrifices to achieve a flat stomach. Your results will be proportional to the effort you put in.
  • HardyGirl4Ever
    HardyGirl4Ever Posts: 1,017 Member
    Females don't bulk, not enough testosterone.
  • jennifershoo
    jennifershoo Posts: 3,198 Member
    ninerbuff wrote: »
    gabrielleelliott90 wrote: »
    ninerbuff wrote: »
    You made a post about a friend not accepting you and that you're pessimistic. Kinda seeing why your friend may not be the entire problem now. You're making excuses with the hope that someone will side with you.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
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    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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    What's that got to do with my friendship exactly? If you're trying to say that I make EXCUSES in my friendship then I'm Rotflmao right now. Get a life.
    My life is fine. I don't need to make a friendship rant. I wasn't talking about your friendship, but the observation of your attitude. And it ain't sunshine and rainbows so far.


    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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    LOL

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  • jontucc
    jontucc Posts: 142 Member
    I am at a low weight (48kg and 156cm ) but still have a flabby stomach. What I am doing about it is working on lifting weights to build muscle and reduce fat. I know it will take time and effort but it's the only way.
    You know what you need to do. Don't think too much about how long it will take and how hard it will be. Take it one step at a time and set yourself small goals. Once you start doing consistently you will see results. Not doing anything and expecting things to change will just leave you more disappointed in your situation. You can do this, believe in yourself.
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