When imagining a “good physique,” the image in your head may have defined, visible abdominal muscles and an overall well-proportioned body.
Many fitness goals focus on losing weight to prevent obesity-related health conditions. The assumption is that once enough fat has been burned, six-pack abs become visible.
However, some individuals struggle to gain and maintain weight and still don’t see well-defined six-pack abs.
If this describes you, you probably have an ectomorph body type and need to focus on building muscle and possibly burning small amounts of fat to see visible abs.
This article explains the three main body types and reviews nutritional and exercise programs to help those who are struggling to gain muscle mass develop visible, impressive abdominal muscles.
