Is it important to wear an abdomen guard while lifting weights, doing dandbaithak (yoga posture)?
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I think your friend is perhaps wrong here. Refer to the website: www.bodybuilding.com\n\nThis is a myth. Only use it when lifting heavy heavy weights. You never see guys at the gym with it on all the time. It will inhibit your abdomen muscles and could cause more damage. I think you need to do a little bit of research here on the site above and even ask some of the experts when they use it. \n\nGood luck!
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Always remember that everyone's body is different.  There are poses you may find very challenging, and aren't able to look like the instructor in a class or video.  But the great thing about yoga is...that doesn't matter!  Each pose is different with each person.  As long as you're challenging yourself, but not straining, then the pose is right for you.\n\nWith that said, an instructor may "adjust" you to assist with the pose so it's more comfortable for you.  For example, maybe your shoulders are tense, so he/she may place their hands on your shoulders to remind you to relax them.  I've been practicing yoga for years, and this still happens to me in classes.  \n\nHave fun!  Namaste!
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For health reasons. I practice some yoga to stregnthen the body.
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I used to train with an excellent personal trainer and at that time I had the same problem.  What I was taught was, place your fingertips behind your ears. If you place them on your neck or the back of your head you can easily cause strain on those areas if your not paying attention to your form. Also, you have to really focus on your form. Keep your chin to your chest and core(abs) tight, exhale as you lift (this is one the fastest ways to get that belly into shape), and inhale as you return to start.
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If its just post-operative swelling it should be fine when it dissipates. The apron effect (sagging belly) is from having kids and not having retained strong stomach muscles not from the hysterectomy.
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Remember the abdomen is dense muscle. Like the forearms and calf's. And for them to be built up they need intense short burst activity. So everyday is not too much.\nAnd don't worry. They won't become bulky unless you combine the exercise with a high protein diet. And to get that diet you really need to know what you are doing.\nI recommend you start straight away but remember to  use correct form because you don't want to pull your back or tear a muscle.
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Very good abdominal muscle control
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Stand up and stretch your arms above your head! The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) suggests, "Do the 'hug your best friend.' Wrap your arms around your body and turn as far as you can to the left, then to the right." \nExercise regularly to keep the abdominal muscles strong to help support the spine. \nAvoid wearing high–heeled shoes. Choose shoes that offer good foot support and comfort. Some styles can affect the body's center of gravity. Flat shoes are better. \nLook at yourself in the mirror. Is your posture good? Think about your posture and how to maintain it throughout the days' activities. Practice makes perfect!
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if u want to lose weight and be healthy and get in touch with ur spiritual side then it is sensible to go to an actual class. because if not done properly, yoga could cause injury!!!!!!!!!!
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Situps while holding weights. For obliques, I suggest Russian twists
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I am not an expert but I would think a lot of lower-abdominal targeting exercises like hip-ups, v-ups, reverse abs, pike ups, and I really love that ab stand thingie that allows you to do like a hanging leg tuck and also leg raises for your abs.  But really it is more about body fat than anything.  I mean I can do a gazillion abs a day but if I have body fat covering it it won't show.  Cardio is definitely necessary if you're wanting that complete ab look.
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the first answer is good.  they are not fun, you will know something is up.  i had one, it made part of my stomach bulge out, by the appendix was where mine was.  you can get them by too much stress in lifting, you blow out a lining inside and what the lining was holding protrudes out.  you would have to get a surgical procedure to fix it
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that depends on the type of workout you're into. if you're goin to carry alot of weight and/or you're into a rough and heavy type of workout, ofcourse you have to wear and that is not to prevent water from your testicles, thats to prevent hernia. when men sweats water come out of his body, not goin in..
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I recently tried one that belonged to a close friend of mine.  I really liked it.  I've had several back surgeries which failed and as a result, I am no longer able to do exercises such as sit-ups and crunches.  The AB Lounge takes all the pressure off your back and you can exercise without strain.  I would reccommend it to anyone!  I can't wait till I can save enough to buy one myself.
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If you must, which is not recommended - try legs or inner thigh. People generally don't look there. If you wear shorts often (in the winter?) I'd recommend the stomach area. Be careful and peace out.
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Yes, Think of your pelvic area like a Bowl without a bottom for you to pull everything in tight you have to do stablizion exercises, things when you are standing will teach your body to pull in in tight. The key to nice tight abs is a nice strong back, anyone with a six pack has an even stronger back.
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Whenever I do yoga it clears my mind.  If I'm feeling stressed out, I like to concentrate on my breathing and hold poses while perfecting the position.  It makes you feel calmer and energized. It keeps your spine straight and strong.  I also find when I'm doing yoga regularly, that my appetite is less.  Hope this is helpful.