Have you ever thought a lot about what your belly looks like or why it looks the way it is? .
Or maybe you noticed it during your pregnancy. During pregnancy, a lot of attention tends to be focused on your belly and what it “should” look like.
What is B berry?
Simply put, B berries are shaped like the letter “B.” It usually has a “waistband” effect that divides the abdomen into upper and lower parts, similar to the letter “B” when viewed from the side. This differs from the more common “D-shaped” belly or apron belly, which has no waistband.
Let’s get into theory!
You may be asking yourself why this happens – why do some of us “waist band” Some people don’t. Many of us have been told since childhood that we have a B belly due to wearing trousers in that place or tight trousers that have caused a dent. It’s one of those myths that isn’t backed up by any kind of evidence.
One theory is Damage to the abdominal fascia. Fascia is a thin casing of connective tissue that surrounds and holds in place all organs, blood vessels, bones, fibers, and muscles. Fascia damage can be caused by dehydration, poor posture, stress, muscle damage, and more.
Similarly, abdominal muscles can be damaged during pregnancy. Some women only notice their belly after becoming pregnant and may still have it after pregnancy.in the meantime pregnancythe muscles may stretch and expand to accommodate a growing baby, which can cause rectal dilatation. rectus abdominis diastasis It occurs when the left and right sides of the outer abdominal muscles separate, creating a bulge at the point of separation.
What is Hourglass Syndrome?
Perhaps the most interesting theory behind the B-belly is hourglass syndrome, also called stomach grab. Hourglass syndrome occurs when an individual continuously overuses the upper and inner core muscles, causing the diaphragm to cause a muscle imbalance within the core muscles.
You may be thinking to yourself, “Is this related to when I was younger I squashed my belly to make it look flatter?” The short answer is yes! It can work very well! The name comes from the action of “sucking” the stomach in order to pull the lower ribs and make the waist smaller and hourglass shaped.
Growing up plus size in society, we are often told to shrink ourselves or do whatever we can to get closer to beauty standards. Unfortunately, this condition seems to be becoming more common as society puts more emphasis on appearance.
After learning about Hourglass Syndrome on social media, many cite singing and playing musical instruments as additional potential causes of uneven use of the abdominal muscles. It’s also not specific to plus-size people. It can grab everyone’s stomach, but it’s less noticeable on a slender body and makes you look even more muscular.
there are some common ones symptoms Associated with hourglass syndrome. Back pain is caused by improper use of the abdominal muscles, which puts stress on the joints and discs in the lower back, causing pain. Neck pain and headaches can occur because the neck is not properly supported while breathing.
The diaphragm should be free to move up and down without resistance, but grabbing the stomach restricts that process. Diaphragmatic restriction can also cause breathing problems, chest tightness, acid reflux, and difficulty with exercise.
The first person to bring Hourglass Syndrome to TikTok was Marie Soledad Marie said in May 2021: “When I first made the Hourglass Syndrome videos, I didn’t think anyone would see them, except for a few friends. I was even thinking of scrapping the entire series because it was kind of embarrassing. But over the past two years, these videos have garnered millions of views and hundreds of thousands of likes, influencing further medical research into gastric grasping.”
Marie continues: “Most importantly, I have seen a lot of TikTok videos that have received a lot of comments and other people have shared their stomach-grabbing experiences. I’ve received comments and stitches where people say they didn’t know they had a stomach like that. I always thought I was doing something wrong.
Marie’s video on Hourglass Syndrome has spurred many additional videos, studies of the condition, and countless articles.
According to Marie, “I’m pretty upset that I didn’t get credit for making these videos. I found the answer not just for myself, but for thousands of other people.” Knowing this reminds me that I didn’t make these videos to go viral. Share information, get answers, and community with other people going through the same thing. I created them to find
Is there anything that can “cure” Hourglass Syndrome?
There are several options to help treat hourglass syndrome. Learning to relax your muscles, practicing proper breathing, and exercises to treat muscle imbalances to combat tightness in your core muscles can be helpful, especially if you’re actively stomach sucking.
Physical therapy and chiropractic care to correct posture and muscle problems are also options. If you have body image concerns that make you habitually hold your stomach, psychotherapy can help address these issues.
do you have any hope for the future
you may be thinking, “Oh, the belly is another thing that’s been overlooked in the medical community because it’s most noticeable in plus-sized people.” And you may be wondering what the future holds for you with this information.
Stomach grip generally stems from discomfort and unhappiness with one’s own body as one compares oneself to traditional beauty standards.
Follow others on social media (like @plus size mom) Those who defy these standards and fight for fat liberation give us hope that the next generation will not have the same discomfort with their bodies and will learn to love their skin.