Stomach Toning Exercise

Who doesn’t want to flaunt a flat, toned belly? Your protruding tummy makes you look clumsy and unattractive. A toned stomach is the fancy of everyone and regular toning of your abdomen muscles can give you the desired effect. This article brings you some of the highly recommended stomach toning exercises. These exercises are easy to do and highly effective, when done on a regular basis. It is possible to see the difference in your abdomen area in just a few weeks. Read on to know how to get rid of that potbelly and tone your abdomen.

 

‘Tummy crunches’ is one of the most common exercises undertaken to tone the stomach. You can do the crunches anytime, if you have 5-10 minutes to spare. For doing the crunches, lie on your back and cross your arms on the chest. Bring both your feet as close as possible to your hips. Now, lift your shoulders slowly off the floor. While doing this, keep your neck still and take care not to strain your back. Breathe out. Hold on to the position for a few seconds and slowly, lie back on the floor, while breathing in. Increase the number of repetitions, as you get used to the tummy crunches.

 

Sit-ups include one of the best abdominal exercises. To do sit-ups, you need to sit on the floor, bend your knees and lock your toes nicely. Position your hands behind your back and lift yourself up slowly while breathing out. While doing this, make sure that your back is in a straight position. Hold on the position for 2-3 seconds and return to the original position, while breathing in. Sits-ups may be slightly difficult to do when you begin, but with practice, you will surely get used to them.

 

For doing plank, it is advisable to use a mat, in order to avoid any discomfort. Lie on the floor, on your stomach. Keep your palms close to your shoulders on both the sides and lift your forearms. Now, bring your body up slowly, until you are completely balancing on just your toes and forearms. Your body should look straight, like a plank. At this time, breathe out. Hold on to that position for about 30 seconds. Now, lower on your body slowly, beginning from your lower back and shoulders, while breathing in. Initially, repeat this exercise 2-3 times and increase the reps slowly.

 

This is yet another exercise that can help you get rid of belly fat and get a toned abdomen. Lay your back on the floor, keep your feet straight and position your hands on the side of your body. Breathe out and lift both your legs at a 45 degree angle, even as you tuck-in your lower abs. Hold on for about 5 seconds and then lower your legs back on the floor, while breathing in. Leg raises are said to be the best exercises for lower abs. 

 

If your have back strain, it is advisable to consult a doctor before beginning with any of these exercises.