It’s an ambitious goal to achieve visible six pack abs, especially if you’re a beginner and you’ve set a timeframe of 50 days. Here’s what you should know:
The visibility of six-pack abs primarily comes down to two factors: muscle development and body fat percentage. Even if you have well-developed abdominal muscles, they won’t be visible if they’re hidden under a layer of fat. For most men, abs become visible at a body fat percentage of around 10-12%, while for women, it’s around 16-19%.
If you’re starting with a higher body fat percentage, it might be challenging to lose enough fat in just 50 days without compromising muscle mass. Safe, sustainable fat loss usually ranges from 0.5 to 1 kg (1.1 to 2.2 lbs) per week. So, in the best-case scenario, you could potentially lose up to 10 kg (22 lbs) in 50 days. But remember, not all of this weight loss will be fat; some will be water and possibly muscle if you’re not training and eating appropriately.
Regarding muscle development, the rectus abdominis (the muscle responsible for the six-pack appearance) can be strengthened and developed through exercises like crunches, leg raises, and planks. If you’re a beginner, your muscles might respond quickly to new stimuli, leading to some noticeable gains. However, this development might not be enough to give a chiseled six-pack appearance in such a short time.
While it’s theoretically possible for a beginner to achieve visible six pack abs in 50 days, it’s quite ambitious. Achieving this goal would require a strict combination of both resistance training to develop the abdominal muscles and a caloric deficit to reduce body fat. It’s essential to approach this challenge with realistic expectations, prioritize health and sustainability, and remember that everyone’s body responds differently to exercise and diet changes. If you don’t achieve your goal in 50 days, don’t be disheartened. Fitness is a journey, and every step you take gets you closer to your goal.