Transversus Abdominis:
Transverse Abs Anatomy & Exercises
The transversus abdominis, commonly called the transverse abs, refers to the flat innermost muscles of the abdomen. It is located below the internal oblique muscles.
On this page, you can find all information you'd want about this muscle. Learn its anatomy, view pictures and discover the best exercises for training it.
Use the table of contents (TOC) on the right to easily navigate through this guide.
Other Names
- Transverse Abs
- Transverse Abdominals
- Transverse Abdominis
- Transversalis Muscle
Transversus Abdominis
Anatomy
Origin
- Lumbar fascia
- Costal cartilages of the lower 6 ribs
- Inner surfaces of the lower 6 ribs
- Lateral third of the inguinal ligament
- Front of the iliac crest of the ilium
Insertion
- Abdominal aponeurosis
- Linea alba
- Pectineal line of the Pubis
- Pubis crest of the Pubis
Function
- Intra-abdominal pressure
- Respiration
- Supports the abdominal viscera
Transverse Abs Exercises
- Lying Draw-in Maneuver
- Prone Plank
- Stomach Vacuums
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