question: 3-4 months ago I started a new workout routine. With this routine required very low impact ab workout including sit ups, crunches, and ect. Well afterwards I started experience a muscle pain on my left side of my abdomen located directly beside the left side of my navel and approximately 2-3 inches below. Well I let it heal for about 2 months until I gradually started working out on my abdomen again. I have been sure to do incorporate stretching (my abdomen Muscles) both times and now the pain is back. Is this a pulled muscle? If so, how long does this take to heal? I m trying to get the baby weight off in my abdomen area.