It is a total myth that one has to lie on a mat on the floor or get an exercise machine in order to lose belly fat. You are able to do some really effective belly exercises just by sitting on a chair or a couch. These exercises can be done while watching TV or even when sitting behind your office desk. Here are three of the best exercises which will help you to flatten your stomach:
? Leg lifts - You need to sit on the edge of the chair with both feet flat on the ground in front of you. Lift your left foot up and bring your knee up towards your chest. You feel how the abdominal muscle on the left side contracts. Hold in that position to the count of 5 and then lower your leg. Do exactly the same with the right leg. Repeat the exercise at least 5 times to begin with, and then you can increase the number every week.
? Stomach vacuum - this set of belly exercises help to strengthen your abdominal muscles as well as flatten the stomach. This exercise can be done either standing, kneeling or sitting. Begin by taking a deep breath in and exhaling slowly. When you expand the chest outwards you need to suck your stomach in as much as you can. Many find that sitting up straight is far easier. Repeat this exercise at least 5 times
? The hardest is the two legged lift. This exercise is extremely effective and helps to flatten the stomach quickly. Sit on the edge of the chair and hold the edges of the chair with both hands on either side of the chair. Lean back slightly so that you will be able to raise both your feet at the same time off the ground. Then bring both your knees up towards your chest and crunch down on the stomach. Repeat this exercise 5 times.
There are various methods that are used to flatten the stomach and these are also many different versions. If you are looking for six pack abs then you need to continue with these belly exercises on a daily basis for at least six week. Within a month you will notice a remarkable difference. You can also go online and check out websites that offer free video stomach exercises. With the right diet and exercises in no time you will have the body you have always dreamed of.