For All the ladies with 6 pack abs out there....

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  • nikolaim5
    nikolaim5 Posts: 233
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    90% diet, 10% exercise.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,720 Member
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    probably a silly question, but how do i find out my lean body mass?
    There are several ways, but even just getting a BOD POD test or someone who is consistent with calipers can get you a ball park figure.

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  • ninerbuff
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    cardio is the only thing that will bring that out plus genetics. Side planks, or regular planks are helpful. Plenty of ab workouts out there for free on youtube.
    Untrue. I personally know competitors that have abs without cardio.

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  • bigbeardiver
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    Every article I've ever read for men suggests that 6-packs are based on genetics. Yes overall fat % is important but you can have 6% body fat and not a 6-pack. Not sure if the same is true for women.
  • ninerbuff
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    Every article I've ever read for men suggests that 6-packs are based on genetics. Yes overall fat % is important but you can have 6% body fat and not a 6-pack. Not sure if the same is true for women.
    I don't by into articles. When men were young boys, their body fat was lower (especially if they were very active) and 6 packs were visible. Even in today's boys, you see them. It ain't from working out or dieting. It's because they have low body fat. While I don't doubt that at 6% a six pack not being visible is impossible, at 6% body fat it's more improbable that won't happen. 4%-6% is what competitive bodybuilders come in for competitions.

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