Getting rid of stomach fat involves dedicated effort, sweat and discipline. The discipline comes into play when you sit down to eat. You have to refrain from high-fat, empty-calorie foods and keep your intake to reasonable levels. You can also do some exercises to burn the fat on your stomach and create better definition.
Cardio
Cardiovascular exercise will help you burn the fat from your stomach, while increasing your aerobic capacity. Perform at least 30 minutes of cardio, four to five days a week and do any form you enjoy, such as running, power walking, kick boxing, stair stepping, jumping rope or elliptical training.
Abdominal Pull-ins
Abdominal pull-ins work your upper and lower abs and they are performed with an exercise ball. Place your lower shins on the ball and place your hands on the floor directly under your shoulders. Your body should be in a pushup position at this point. In a controlled motion, roll the ball on the floor as you draw your knees into your chest. Squeeze your abs forcefully, extend your legs back out and repeat 15 to 20 times.
Decline Reverse Crunches
Decline reverse crunches target the lower stomach area and they are done with a decline bench. Lie on the bench with your head towards the top, your legs straight and your hands holding on to the edges above your head. In a continuous movement, lift your legs and draw your knees in toward chest. After holding for a second, extend your legs and repeat 15 to 20 times.
Bicycle Kicks
Bicycle kicks are exercises that work your entire stomach. Lie on your back with your legs lifted, knees bent 90 degrees and shins parallel to the floor. After placing your hands on the sides of your head, raise your shoulders off the floor. In a twisting motion, bring your right elbow and left knee toward each other while extending your right leg out straight. Reverse the motion and bring your left elbow and right knee toward each other while extending your left leg. Continue to alternate back and forth until you've completed 15 to 20 reps.
Mountain Climbers
Mountain climbers are stomach exercises that also have an aerobic component. Place your hands on an aerobic step and place your feet in a staggered stance with your left foot forward. This is a similar position to being in a starting block. With your back straight, quickly shift your foot position so your right foot is now forward. Immediately shift back so your left foot is forward. Continue going back and forth in a horizontal, running motion until you've done 15 to 20 reps.
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