A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is used to remove excess skin and fat from your abdominal areas. This procedure can help tighten muscles, remove excess skin due to rapid weight loss and reduce stretch marks. After a Tummy Tuck, it is important that you keep a strong exercise routine, focusing on your abdominal muscles in order to keep your stomach muscles in shape.
Crunches
These exercises are the tried and true methods for keeping your stomach flat. To start, lie on your back and raise your legs close to your chest. Cross your ankles and place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointed straight out. Slowly contract your abdominal muscles and bring your head up to your knees while pulling your elbows in. Once here, hold for two seconds, then relax and lower yourself back to start. Make sure you are leaving your lower back on the floor. Be careful not to strain your neck while doing this exercise. Do two sets of 10 to 12 reps.
V Crunches
A variation on the regular crunch exercise, the V crunch also works to keep your stomach muscles flat. This exercise requires the use of a chair. Sit on the chair with your back straight and your arms at your sides. With your back still straight, lean your upper body back to a 45 degree angle, like one side of a "V." Once there, contract the abdomen and bring your legs up to make the second line of the "V." Make sure your legs are as straight as possible for this. Continue to bring your legs up and down to build stomach strength.
Floor Leg Lifts
For this exercise, begin by lying down on your back with your arms at your sides. Make sure your back is as flat as possible. Once in this position, lift your legs 6 to 10 inches off the ground and tighten your abdominal muscles. Hold them in this position for as long as you can and then lower the legs to the ground. Repeat this exercise as many times as you can without straining your abs or back muscles.
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