Complicated subject - while it is true that ''abs come from the kitchen'', some people - especially those who have been overweight in the past might never be able to have abs like some of the porn stars. The fat cells in your body can grow and shrink, they can also split themselves - but they don't disappear / die off - in extreme cases, unfortunately, liposuction may be necessary - now keep in mind that is only for those who have been very overweight.
Everybody has abs and with a low enough of a fat percentage - abs do get visible.
Now with exercise and proper form - especially ''core exercises'' would develop your abs and make them look larger / more defined - but please do keep in mind that this is exactly why PROPER FORM during exercising is important - lots of people end up having asymmetrical abs.
Take care and don't worry about it that much - abs are nice to look at - but a bit of a tummy is always nice to touch

@Eridanos:

@stefaan:

lots of people end up having asymmetrical abs.

But I thought asymmetrical abs were actually dependant on the individual's genetics.  :blink:

both are correct. you have to be genetically lucky to be able to show your abs before reaching 12% body fat, like winning the lottery lucky. 12% is not a solid number to build on however, nor is it actually healthier. everyone's body is different so it my take you more or maybe less to show your abs and subsequently develop them.

you know what they say; abs in a thin person (lanky) is not really impressive.

lots of people end up having asymmetrical abs.

But I thought asymmetrical abs were actually dependant on the individual's genetics.  :blink:

However, if I want to show them, I simply go on strict diet for a week or so and they'll pop out. But then I'll lose a lot of body mass so I'll put back the mass for the softer smoother rounder look.

Had massive results with that
:surprise:

My routine:

• Knee tucking 20-15 reps

• Side plank hold 30 mins

• Pure plank hold 30 mins

• Simple crunches and side crunches with the app

just do all the different kinds of planks instead of sit ups or crunches.  It's better and safer for your back in case you do something wrong.

I have issues in my back and I didn't know this. Thanks so much for this advice!  :crazy2: :cheers: :hug:

Right,to have six-packs abs, 80% from the kitchen and 20% from the gym.

Nicely said.

In order to develop your six pack you do exercises like crunches and the like

but

In order to show your six pack you have to lower your overall body fat.