The lower belly pouch is probably the most stubborn and frustrating spot for many people to get rid of. While some fitness pros say spot reduction is a myth, there are certainly exercises you can do daily that can help to tone and strengthen the midsection. Genetics, diet, and even lifestyle factors play a role, but these “amazing” exercises straight from a pro can help to reduce the appearance of that protruding stomach fat.
Personal trainer and online coach Athina (@athina.fitt) recently shared four exercises with her followers she believes are “amazing” for toning your belly. She notes in her caption, “Try these 4 amazing exercises to target that lower belly fat/pouch. Please remember you must be following a healthy, balanced meal plan to see quicker/better results.”
Some of her go-to workouts included heel taps, leg raises, and more. Read on to discover all four!
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1. Heel Taps
This move will have your legs at a 90-degree angle, which helps to activate and strengthen your lower ab muscles.
Athina notes to do 20 reps of these in sets of three.
2. Flutter Kicks
Just like heel taps, flutter kicks require you to lay on your back, lift your legs slightly above the ground, and alternate small quick kicks to engage those lower abs.
She says to do 20 reps of three sets.
3. Leg Raises
This movement can work the muscles in the lower belly to tone and tighten the area. It requires you to lay on your back, lift your legs straight towards the ceiling, and slowly lower them but not let them touch the ground.
Athina recommends doing 12 reps of three sets.
4. Starfish Crunches
Starfish crunches are a fun yet challenging twist to regular crunches! This move helps to strengthen the core and also your posture.
They engage both your upper and lower abs, along with the obliques and rectus abdominis.
Although challenging, Athina says to do 20 reps of three sets.
It’s important to remember that while these exercises can aid in toning and tightening the lower stomach, you’ll see noticeable results when you pair these exercises with a proper diet, consistent workouts, and healthy lifestyle habits.
