Often caused by overstretching or sudden, violent movements.
Located just beneath the external obliques. They work with the external obliques to facilitate rotation and side-bending.
These three muscles are stacked in layers on the sides of your trunk: abdominal muscle
A separation of the rectus abdominis muscles, common after pregnancy, where the midline connective tissue (linea alba) stretches too far.
The outermost layer. They allow the trunk to twist to the opposite side and help with side-bending. Often caused by overstretching or sudden, violent movements
Together with back muscles, they stabilize the spine and pelvis, providing a solid foundation for physical activity.
The most famous abdominal muscle, often called the "six-pack." It runs vertically along the front of the abdomen and is responsible for flexing the lumbar spine (as in a crunch). These three muscles are stacked in layers on
A small, triangular muscle located at the base of the pubic bone. It is absent in about 20% of the population and helps maintain internal abdominal pressure. 2. Flat Muscles (Sides)