subject: Tummy Exercises That Will Help You Lose That Belly Fat (Part 1 of 3) [print this page] Tummy Exercises That Will Help You Lose That Belly Fat (Part 1 of 3)
I am guessing that you do not go to the gym that often not because you are lazy but because you either don't have the time or there is no gym nearby. This is why in this article I will cover several exercises which you can easily do at the comfort of your home.
1. The plank. This is my favorite one of the tummy exercises not only because it builds endurance in the abs but because it also stabilizes the muscles. Here is how you do it - lie face down on the mat(or floor) resting on your forearms with your palms down. Push off the floor so that your only contact with the floor is the forearms and toes. Keep your back in a straight line from head to heels. Now hold that position for 30 seconds. Repeat that at 3-5 times. When you get good at this tummy exercise keep it for more time but you don't need more than 10 reps.
2. Full Vertical Crunch. This tummy exercise might be too difficult for you at first. Remember - do it with a good form and if you cannot do more reps just do 2-3 but good ones. The vertical crunch covers both the upper and lower body. Lie on your back and extend the legs up, put your palms behind your head and contract the abs to lift the shoulder blades off the floor. At the same time press your heels towards the ceiling. Lower down and repeat for 10-12 times depending on your personal program.
3. Reverse Crunch. This one is easier than the vertical crunch and works mainly on the lower abs. Lie down with your hands on the floor or behind the head. Bring the knees in towards the chest until they're bent to 90 degrees with feet together. Contract the abs to curl the hips off the floor pressing the legs up towards the ceiling. Lower and repeat 10 times.
These are three of the most effective tummy exercises for the lower abs mostly. In my other articles I will cover several more which I consider to be the best and most effective ones.
