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04-15-2006, 06:58 AM
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Question on Stomach sticking out
I have lost a lot of exterior fat around my midsection, its down to about an inch pinched, where before it was over two inches. I can also now see the sides of my abdomen muscles if I contract my muscle.
However, my stomach still sticks out when in "relaxed" position. I am wondering if there is fat under the muscle? I can suck in my gut and acheive a flat look without the fat overhang, but I want to look like this all the time. What is behind this? 
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04-15-2006, 05:58 PM
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Re: Question on Stomach sticking out
A pushed out core will usually be a result of expanding your transverse abdominis during heavy stabilization. Next time you do squats or deads check if you push out your core, chances are you do. My recommendation is to start sucking in your stomach during these lifts (while still breathing at the proper times). This will draw your core and and have a more pleasing look. I went through the same thing just last month, it is hard to get used to but well worth the effort.
You could also do stomach Vacuums to get used to this method. Try doing a search on them and you will find plenty of stuff. I might also add that this is also the reason why a lot of powerlifters have a an expanded core even at low bodyfat levels (not including Growth Hormone).
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04-16-2006, 06:17 AM
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Re: Question on Stomach sticking out
i have the same problem. ive lost quite a bit of fat around my abs, and when im relaxed my belly sticks out alot lol. im going to try doing vaccumes to fix this. it feels way to weird for me when i do squats/deads and suck my stomach in.
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