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The Best Lower Ab Workout for a Toned and Flatter Stomach!

Submitted by on Thursday May 19, 2011 No Comments

You’re probably one of many people who want a toned and flat stomach, and you’ve been searching all over the place for the best lower ab workout to make it happen. I can tell you from experience that it can be hard and frustrating.   Well guess what, I will give you three exercises that will do exactly that. However, we must go over and make sure that you understand a few basics about training your lower abs, before we get into the exercises.

If you are wanting to loss lower ab fat, the first thing that you must understand is that in order to loss fat from your stomach, you must loss fat from all over your body. Simply stated, the excess fat that is stored in your body will be burned for energy when you reduce your caloric intake. In order to loss one pound of fat you need to create a 3500 calorie deficit. This is the only way you are going to be able to lose weight.

It really doesn’t matter how much you exercise. You must reduce the amount of calories you consume; otherwise, it’s going to be impossible to shed those unwanted pounds. So no matter if you have one pound to lose or 40 pounds, it will all depend on the caloric difference.

But, I can assure you that you will be delighted to discover that you will have stronger core muscles, as well as wonderfully toned abs and an improved posture, because you put yourself through a rigorous ab workout routine. Whether or not your abs can be seen is going to depend on a number of factors, including your gender, body type, and your body fat percentage.

It’s a good idea to exercise regularly because this will go a long way in helping you lose even more weight. More specifically you will want to incorporate interval training along with a good diet. Once you have these two items under control, you will start to melt of the fat and reveal you abs.

Now we are going to do what you came to this page for, here are three lower abs exercises that you can do right now, at home too blast away fat and get a toned and flatter stomach

When you are training your abs, you will want to do circuit training or super sets.

Alright, let’s take a look at the best lower ab exercises that will blast away the fat and create the flatter stomach you’ve always wanted.

Exercise #1 – V-Ups

Start by laying flat on your back, you may also use a mat, as this may feel more comfortable.

While holding your feet and arm together, raise both of them as straight as possible.

Maintain this position for three to five seconds and make sure your back is as straight as you can keep it.

Lower both your arms and legs down to the starting position, while you exhale slowly.

Do this exercise for 10 to 12 repetitions.

Exercise #2 – Lying Leg Raises/Throwdowns

Start by laying flat on your back, you may also use as a mat, as this may feel more comfortable.

Utilizing only your hip flexors and abdominal muscles, keep your legs together as you slowly raise them straight up into the air.

Again, stay in this position for three to five seconds while keeping your back completely straight.

Lower your legs down to the starting position, while you exhale slowly.

Repeat 10 – 12 times

3.  Reverse Crunches

Start by laying flat on your back with your hands under your buttocks, you may also use a mat, as this may feel more comfortable.

Bring your legs straight up to a vertical position while you make sure your back stays as straight as possible. Contract your abs so your midsection is tense.

Now, using a slow and steady motion, bring one leg down until your foot is about two or three inches from the floor. Hold there for one to two seconds, then return your leg to the starting position. Repeat these motions with the other leg, and then alternate back and forth between one leg and the other.

Repeat 15 times with each leg.

You’ll end up having a body that is lean and toned when you include these three lower ab workouts into your exercise routine and do them on a regular basis.

So let’s get lean!

Please Note:  These exercises can be incorporated into your workout routine or become your workout routine. However, if you have any type of lower back pain problems, I don’t recommend these exercises.

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