Before embarking on anab exercise overload to trim your tummy, however, you might want to reconsider.

Meaning, if you consistently work a particular muscle group, you will not see that area get slimmer.

What the body does when it needs stored fuel after extended exercise is grab from basically wherever.

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There are many benefits to strengthening your core that will make a huge impact in your life.

Which might explain why it hurts sometimes just to get out of bed in the morning.

That means improved balance when you’re doing everything from running on a treadmill to carrying around a toddler.

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When the muscles heal, they will adapt and increase in size.

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