If you want to have strong abs, you need to exercise all of your core muscles. While most people are familiar with their rectus abdominis — also known as the “six pack” abs — many forget about or are ...

In the past decade there has been a focus on isolated transversus abdominis activation and how it contributes to lumbo-pelvic stability. This rationale has not only influenced the management of ...

It's easy to focus your ab workouts on the muscles you can spot in the mirror. But just as important for core strength and overall function are the muscles we can't see in our own reflection. This ...

The transverse abdominis is one of the most important muscles contributing to core strength. It’s the deepest layer of the ...

The stomach vacuum exercise contracts your deepest abdominal muscle. You can do this exercise in multiple positions, including lying down or standing. Despite its name, a stomach vacuum isn’t a ...

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A flatter or more toned stomach is a very common fitness goal. And while that coveted six-pack is hard to achieve, a toned midsection is possible with the right knowledge and a little discipline. A ...

The transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block causes desensitization of the abdominal wall and peritoneum. Of all the approaches proposed to perform it, the two-injection-point TAP showed the best ...