#144: Ignore The Core!

Truth Not Trends

In this week's TNT Strength podcast Liam and Jesse discuss training the Abdominal muscles.

Learn why training your abdominal muscles every day is not necessary and may not be the most effective approach. Like any other muscle group, the abdominal muscles need time to recover and rebuild after a workout. Overtraining them without proper rest can lead to muscle fatigue, diminished performance, and increased risk of injury.

It is generally recommended to allow a minimum of 48 hours of rest between direct abdominal workouts to allow for proper recovery. This time allows the muscles to repair and grow stronger. Instead of training your abdominal muscles every day, you can focus on incorporating a balanced exercise routine that targets your midsection muscles a few times per week.

Additionally, it's important to note that having visible abs is not solely dependent on how frequently you train them. The appearance of your abs is largely influenced by your body fat percentage. Even if you have well-developed abdominal muscles, they may not be visible if they are covered by a layer of fat. To reveal your abs, you need to combine abdominal exercises with a healthy High Protein Whole Food Personal Eating Plan and aim for overall body fat reduction.

TNT Strength can help you design a suitable workout program that incorporates abdominal exercises and allows for adequate rest and recovery.