So, you’ve been working out for a while, and you now want to see your abdominal muscles and a flat belly. This is possible with patience and a plan.
According to researchers, spot reduction of fat is tough, but as long as you are working out regularly, maintaining a healthy diet, get enough rest, and don’t get stressed, you’ll get that washboard abdomen!
For your diet, eat those greens, get protein on the plate, and don’t forget the fruits. You could have something from steroides ouraux – 120kgs.
Before you start, make sure your physician gives you an A-Okay.
Here are 10 exercises which work on the upper abs, lower abs, six-pack, core and the complete body, so you get an all-inclusive workout. You can mix them up and do them in sets to cover more ground.
- Work on Your Cardio
You can’t have a flat tummy without working on the body as a whole. So, you must start with some sort of cardio exercise regularly. The cheapest is running, and others include bicycling, swimming, etc.
- Crunches
Work on: the upper abs
Steps:
- Lie on your back, and pull your abdominals inward.
- Curl up forward so that your head, neck, and shoulders lift off the floor. Hold.
- Sit Ups
Work on: the upper abs
Steps:
- Lie on your back, and bend your knees.
- Raise your torso by bending your hips and waist.
4. Sit Ups
Work on: the lower abs
Steps:
- Lie down, and stretch your arms behind your head.
- Pull your knees towards your chest, and make your thighs make a right angle with the floor.
- Lift your hips, and bring them towards your chest.
- Leg Lift
Works on: lower abs
Steps:
- Lie on your back, and keep your legs straight.
- Lift them until your butt comes off the floor.
- Lower them until they’re just above the floor. Hold. Repeat.
- Bicycle Exercises
Works on: lower abs
- Lie on your back, and put your hands behind your head.
- Extend one leg towards the floor, and bring your legs toward your chest like you would to ride a bicycle.
- V-ups
Works on: the six pack
These are simple yet go a long way.
- Lie on your back, and try to touch your toes with your hands. Hold.
- Planks: Elbow
Works on: the six pack
Steps:
- Get down on all fours.
- Bend the elbows, and lower and shift your weight from your hands to forearms.
- Contract the abs, and squeeze the glutes. Hold.
9. Side planks
Works on: complete body
They are tough but, they work the whole body and are worth it.
Steps:
- Lie on the floor sideways.
- Lift your body with the support of your elbow and leg.
- Your hip shouldn’t touch the floor.
- Repeat on the other side.
10. Mountain Climbers
Works on: core body
Steps:
- Maintain shoulder distance, and place your arms on the floor.
- Support your weight on your hands and toes.
- Flex your knees alternately like climbing a mountain. Repeat.
Go get that flat tummy now!