Why Your Six-Pack Matters—Even if It's Hidden Under a Keg

In a previous article, I mentioned the case of a lady with severe diabetes and dangerously high blood sugar levels. The KineDek was recommended by her specialist because she was exercise intolerant, and couldn't do any other form of exercise. 

After just three 20-minute weekly sessions (5 exercises lasting about a minute each with breaks, so essentially 5 minutes) on the KineDek, her blood sugar levels stabilized—a remarkable result, especially considering that she had never participated in any exercise regimen before and even hated the idea of exercise. How is this possible? Why did her body respond so quickly to KineDek sessions? And all this, without breaking a sweat or experiencing any of the usual post-exercise pain, stiffness, or tiredness? 

The answer lies in the powerful effects of muscle development and insulin sensitivity, and the crucial role that KineDek’s AI-CRT technology plays in enhancing those outcomes. But first, let’s take a step back and understand why lean muscle mass is more important than BMI or Body Fat Percentage (BFP) and how core strength is connected to long-term health and metabolic function.

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1. The Obesity Paradox: Why It’s Not Just About Losing Fat

One concept that challenges the traditional thinking about weight and health is the obesity paradox. While we often associate higher body fat levels with worse health outcomes, in certain populations, carrying some extra weight might actually be protective. But here’s the key: it’s not the extra fat that’s protecting people—it’s often lean muscle mass that plays a crucial role in their resilience.

Lean Muscle Mass (LMM) refers to the amount of muscle in your body, excluding fat. Regardless of total body weight, it's the muscle mass—minus the fat—that plays a crucial role in metabolic health, strength, and overall resilience. In other words, it may be better for one's overall health to be overweight but with a decent amount of muscle, than to be thin with little to no muscle. This is because recent research has found that muscle, through its contractions, exerts powerful anti-inflammatory effects via autocrine, paracrine, and endocrine pathways.  

This doesn't mean having a visible six-pack as the covering image suggests, but rather a thin, functional layer of muscle that separates organs from subcutaneous fat (under the skin fat, otherwise known as belly fat or 'the keg') is all that is necessary. 

For individuals with conditions like diabetes, it’s not just about losing weight or fat—building muscle can be a game-changer. Strong muscles enhance insulin sensitivity, meaning the body becomes better at managing blood glucose levels. Muscle development also helps reduce bad cholesterol, which too is associated with the amount of visceral adipose tissue (VAT) around the liver. This was evident in the case of the diabetic woman who used the KineDek—even though her muscles were just beginning to develop, they were already positively influencing her metabolic system.

2. How KineDek Delivers Rapid Results: The Muscle-Insulin Connection

So, why did this woman experience such a quick stabilization in blood sugar after her third KineDek session? The answer lies in how KineDek’s AI-CRT (Adaptive Resistance Technology) rapidly accelerates muscle engagement and development, even in people who are new to exercise.

The KineDek is designed to provide resistance that synchronizes with the natural contraction rhythms of your muscles. This means that during a KineDek session, your muscles are working at an optimal level, without the strain or fatigue that often comes with traditional strength training. What’s crucial here is that muscle development doesn’t just help with strength—it significantly improves glucose uptake in the muscles, a key factor in insulin sensitivity.

Here’s what likely happened: after the first couple of sessions, her muscles began to adapt and strengthen, even though she had never exercised before. By the third session, these newly formed muscles became more effective at pulling glucose out of the bloodstream and using it for energy, helping her blood sugar stabilize.

The AI-CRT technology also minimizes Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS), allowing for quicker recovery and consistent performance in subsequent sessions. This consistency enables the rapid improvement in muscle function, which in turn supports better blood sugar regulation.

3. Visceral Fat: Why It’s More Dangerous Than You Think

While the visible effects of exercise—like weight loss or muscle tone—take time to manifest, the unseen changes, such as reducing visceral adipose tissue (VAT, the fat surrounding the organs) and increasing insulin sensitivity, can happen much sooner. VAT is the fat that surrounds your organs and is linked to health risks like insulin resistance, Type 2 diabetesincreased cholesteroland cardiovascular disease. The KineDek sessions likely helped reduce VAT around her organs while simultaneously building lean muscle.

By the third session, the combination of reducing VAT and building new muscle mass created a perfect storm for improved insulin sensitivity and better blood glucose control. This highlights how critical muscle development is in tackling metabolic issues, often far more important than focusing solely on BMI or visible fat loss.

4. Lean Muscle vs. BMI: Why Muscle is the Real Health Metric

Many people rely on BMI as a measure of health, but it’s a flawed metric. BMI doesn’t distinguish between fat and muscle mass, which can be misleading—especially for people who are building muscle. In the case of the diabetic woman, her overall weight may not have changed much in the first few weeks, but the quality of her body composition did. The muscle she was building in those early KineDek sessions was transforming her metabolism, even if her BMI didn’t reflect that change.

Similarly, Body Fat Percentage (BFP) doesn’t fully capture the importance of lean muscle mass. Lean muscle is the true driver of metabolic health, helping the body regulate glucose, burn fat, and maintain energy levels. It’s not just about reducing fat or losing weight—it’s about building muscle that can improve overall metabolic function and long-term health.

5. Muscle Development and Insulin Sensitivity: Why Core Strength Matters

The muscles in your core play a central role in supporting metabolic health. They help stabilize your body, protect your organs, and improve posture and mobility. More importantly, core muscles are essential for insulin-regulated glucose metabolism. When you build muscle in the core, it improves your body’s ability to utilize glucose and respond to insulin more effectively.

The KineDek technology enhances muscle development in the core and other areas by targeting deep muscles that are often underutilized. By increasing muscle mass, the body becomes more efficient at using glucose, thereby reducing insulin resistance. This is why the woman’s blood sugar levels improved so quickly—her developing muscles were already playing a role in balancing her blood glucose.

6. Long-Term Benefits: Muscle Mass and Longevity

While the immediate results of KineDek use can be impressive, the long-term benefits are even more compelling. Muscle mass becomes increasingly important as we age, especially when it comes to metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and preventing sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). By continuing to build muscle, the woman in the case study is setting herself up for long-term metabolic health, reduced risk of complications from diabetes, and better overall resilience against illness and injury.


Conclusion: Your Six-Pack Matters—But Lean Muscle Mass is the Real Key

The story of the woman who saw her blood sugar stabilize after just three KineDek sessions is a testament to the power of muscle development. Whether or not you ever see a visible six-pack, building and maintaining lean muscle mass is far more important for your metabolic health, disease prevention, and long-term vitality than focusing solely on BMI or fat loss.

The KineDek technology accelerates muscle growth and insulin sensitivity, delivering rapid results in stabilizing blood sugar, reducing visceral fat, and improving overall health. It’s time to rethink how we measure health and focus on what truly matters: muscle mass and the metabolic benefits it brings.


Additional Note: The Complex Interplay Between Exercise, Inflammation, and Chronic Conditions

Excess body fat is a significant contributor to chronic inflammation (up to 35%)particularly through the accumulation of  visceral adipose tissue around organs like the liver. Other contributing factors to chronic inflammation include chronic stress, poor diet,  infections   and immune responses, a  sedentary lifestyle,  autoimmune conditions,  gut health, and   age.   during exercise is a key mitigator of chronic inflammation, as it triggers the release of beneficial myokines (like IL-6) that help reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity

However,  non-optimal muscle activation, such as during  severe or excessive physical activity, can contribute to  muscle damage  and  increased inflammation. For individuals with  low musculature  or  chronic conditions, even moderate levels of physical activity may be perceived as a stressor, potentially exacerbating inflammation.  For this reason, conventional exercise may paradoxically not be effective—and even potentially harmful—for individuals with severe diabetes, as it may lead to worsening blood sugar control and faster disease progression. Similarly, those with autoimmune diseases or individuals in the advanced stages of cancer may also experience negative effects from traditional exercise routines, due to heightened inflammation and immune responses.  

While exercise is vital for strengthening the immune system, excessive intensity can have a cumulative negative effect. In high-performance sports, this is known as burnout. Prolonged, intense exercise can suppress immunity, increasing the risk of infections and, over time, contributing to chronic diseases. This risk isn’t limited to individuals with pre-existing conditions; anyone can experience the adverse effects of overexertion. 

 For diabetics, achieving a lactate burn—usually attained through high-intensity exercise—improves insulin sensitivity, enhances glucose utilization, and promotes muscle growth, all of which help regulate blood sugar. Fast recovery is essential to prevent burnout, allowing for consistent exercise without prolonged soreness or stiffness. This reduces inflammation, prevents blood sugar spikes, and lowers the risk of injury. Quick recovery ensures diabetics can reap the benefits of intense exercise without the downsides of extended downtime or complications.


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