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Is it possible to obtain a 6 pack through strength training only?

I want to strength train my way to a 6pack nothing but strength training exercises and keeping my calories low..That would be my cardio, and over time have it come off that way. Possible?

Well the general rule is muscle cells burn far more calories than fat cells even at rest, sure you probably know that. You’d probably need to eat healthy and not undergo too much of a calorie deficit to keep your muscles growing. As for the 6 pack, we all have a 6 pack, just got to get rid of the fat so y’can see it!

So in short: more muscle = more fat burning potential.
be sure to use heavy weights and actually challenge your muscles and give them a chance to rest.

edit: For more effective fat loss from your entire body you should target the larger muscle groups (legs, chest, back) and do more complex exercises like squats and push-ups. Squats (with weights) are fantastic

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  1. No Says:
    February 18th, 2010 at 12:53 am

    Well the general rule is muscle cells burn far more calories than fat cells even at rest, sure you probably know that. You’d probably need to eat healthy and not undergo too much of a calorie deficit to keep your muscles growing. As for the 6 pack, we all have a 6 pack, just got to get rid of the fat so y’can see it!

    So in short: more muscle = more fat burning potential.
    be sure to use heavy weights and actually challenge your muscles and give them a chance to rest.

    edit: For more effective fat loss from your entire body you should target the larger muscle groups (legs, chest, back) and do more complex exercises like squats and push-ups. Squats (with weights) are fantastic
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