Shrink The Size of Your Tummy
Now that spring appears to finally be back in our lives, a lot of people are concerned about wearing down that belly they’ve built up, making way for a sculptured midsection to shine through. Those people, who let themselves go a bit in the wintertime months may be working overtime now that it’s April and images of bikinis are dancing in their brains. The good news is that there are, naturally, abdominal exercises to hurry along the process. Some are better than others, including these few, which are beneficial specifically for cutting down the size of that tummy. These particular drills are aimed at novices, so give them a try if you’re just starting out. When you’ve got the hang of these, feel free to move on to something more ambitious. When performing these exercises, it’s crucial to move slow so as to maintain control and not permit momentum to take over. As with any workout routine, be certain to consult a professional prior to setting out and always loosen up properly to avoid injury.
Vertical Leg Crunch
This is a version of the traditional crunch that centers more specifically on melting off stomach fat. To start this stomach exercise, first lie on your back on a flat surface, like the floor. Use a mat or towel to cushion your spinal column. Put your hands behind your head, with elbows out far enough that they’re out of view. Now raise your legs directly up into the air, crossing your ankles and bending your knees somewhat. Contract your abdominal muscles and bring up your shoulders, head and upper back up to approximately a thirty degree angle. Be mindful of not lifting with your hands or leading with your head.
Hip Lift
You’ll need to stay on your back for this stomach exercise. Use a mat or towel to cushion your spine. Put your arms at your sides with palms facing up to the ceiling. Put your legs straight up in the air so that the soles of your feet are facing up to the ceiling and your legs make almost a 90 degree angle with your torso. Keep your knees unbent and as straight as possible. Now, contract your abdominal muscles so that it looks like your navel is being forced toward your spine, while at the same time lightly lifting your hips off the floor. Elevate your hips to height of a few inches, keeping your legs extended straight upward. Hold this positioning, then slowly bring down your hips back to the floor. Repeat for an full set.
Long Arm Crunch
For this abdominal exercise, remain on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat. Lie back and extend your arms straight back on the floor like you’re reaching above your head. Contract your abdominal muscles and slowly raise your arms, head and shoulders off the floor to about a 30 degree angle. Hold it, then slowly bring down your shoulders back to the floor. Repeat for an full set. Be heedful not to lead with your arms, keeping them straight and alongside your head.
