Six packs have emerged as the latest fetish that is almost universal. Some talk shows even suggest the possibility of going beyond six to 8 or 10 or even twelve. Some write-ups on the internet dismiss four packs as amateurish which suggests that a lower number is possible too. You must have noticed that all these numbers are even which would make a single pack odd. And yet, that is what most of us, including dear NaMo, have: a single huge block that is unfortunately and derisively called a paunch. Needless to add that the a after p takes away all the punch.
This large variation of the numerical component in describing the musculature of one's tummy is in sharp contrast with the fixed numbers that go with most other muscles like biceps, triceps and quadriceps. And they remain bi, tri, or quadri for all Homo sapiens irrespective of their affinity or otherwise for a gym or for starvation. I would be happy if someone could explain this perplexing variability in the numerical component of abdominal musculature.
Another mystery that requires some honest explanation is this: Are there real people who have the six packs visible all the time - while sitting, while relaxing, after a hearty meal, or when the stomach gets distended with flatulence? Or do they have to suck the tummy in and keep it taut to bring out the artwork? Though, it must be admitted that these packholders, when appearing on the TV, make you believe that the artwork is there permanently. And TV, or the larger movie screen, are perhaps the only places where you get to see these packs.
The six packs naturally go with a diminutive tummy. When I look at some of these packholders I often wonder if they still have all the organs intact inside or did they have to get some removed or trimmed. Is there still space for the 200 ml of bowel gas that is the average according to the medical literature?
Whatever be the case, this much coveted artwork is to be seen in humans only. Most animals have a coat that is too loose of furry for this spectacular display. I wonder if that paves the way for calling ourselves Homo packiens!
I am afraid it is time to close for I have to tend to my single pack now.
This large variation of the numerical component in describing the musculature of one's tummy is in sharp contrast with the fixed numbers that go with most other muscles like biceps, triceps and quadriceps. And they remain bi, tri, or quadri for all Homo sapiens irrespective of their affinity or otherwise for a gym or for starvation. I would be happy if someone could explain this perplexing variability in the numerical component of abdominal musculature.
Another mystery that requires some honest explanation is this: Are there real people who have the six packs visible all the time - while sitting, while relaxing, after a hearty meal, or when the stomach gets distended with flatulence? Or do they have to suck the tummy in and keep it taut to bring out the artwork? Though, it must be admitted that these packholders, when appearing on the TV, make you believe that the artwork is there permanently. And TV, or the larger movie screen, are perhaps the only places where you get to see these packs.
The six packs naturally go with a diminutive tummy. When I look at some of these packholders I often wonder if they still have all the organs intact inside or did they have to get some removed or trimmed. Is there still space for the 200 ml of bowel gas that is the average according to the medical literature?
Whatever be the case, this much coveted artwork is to be seen in humans only. Most animals have a coat that is too loose of furry for this spectacular display. I wonder if that paves the way for calling ourselves Homo packiens!
I am afraid it is time to close for I have to tend to my single pack now.
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