More than half of women who give birth experience a condition called diastasis recti, yet many have never heard its name. This separation of abdominal muscles during pregnancy affects physical ...

In women undergoing breast reconstruction using their own (autologous) tissue, newer "muscle-sparing" abdominal flaps can reduce complications while improving some aspects of quality of life, reports ...

It’s normal for pregnant women to experience separation of the parallel muscle band of the anterior mid-abdominal wall known as diastasis recti abdominis (DRA) — about two thirds of mothers-to-be do.

“Why is the abdominal region the most popular and sought after in terms of perfection for women?” asks a journalist in her email to me. A quick look at some of the most recent magazine covers verifies ...

Core exercises can improve strength, posture, and overall health. Although it can be harder for females to attain visible ab muscles, performing core exercises regularly is very beneficial. Sex and ...

Achieving a flat stomach involves more than just endless crunches—it requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both muscle development and fat reduction. The abdominal region consists of ...

Women, especially, can benefit from doing the stomach vacuum exercise, according to Rowe-Ham. It can be helpful when hormonal ...

A sports hernia is a tear or strain of your muscle, ligament, or tendon in your groin area or lower abdomen. You don’t need to play sports to get a sports hernia, but it’s more common in people who ...

Pregnant women typically start showing within a few months, but it could take longer. You may notice the bump sooner than others because you’re watching for changes. You may not start showing in your ...

A good cool-down could include gentle stretching, light walking, or using a foam roller (or even a massage gun) to release ...

Take a deep breath in, allowing your abdomen to drop toward the ground. On the exhale, draw your abs up and inward, “as if you’re zipping up a zipper.” Lie flat on your back, feet on the ground—the ...