Struggling for abs to pop

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Even when I get very lean (for me) my abs are not well defined. Drives me crazy

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  • Daveygirl1
    Daveygirl1 Posts: 31 Member
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    I’m having the issue... although not as lean as you. :)
  • sardelsa
    sardelsa Posts: 9,812 Member
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    You look great.

    Seeing abs will be dependent not only on low enough BF% but genetics and muscle base as well. For some people, compound lifts will build them up sufficiently, for others it may not be enough. I would run a few bulk cycles with focus on progressive weighted and bodyweight ab exercises to help build them up.
  • jtaylor5546
    jtaylor5546 Posts: 28 Member
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    You’re right. I think genetics plays a big part. Some guys can be overweight and still have abs. My trainer always said it’s ONLY diet and just focus on building the other areas so I never worked them. He had better genetics in that area so never had to work them.