The lower stomach starts near your naval and ends at the pelvic area, and a puffy bulge in this part of the stomach is a point of contention for many. The best way to burn fat off of any part of your stomach is through a combination of aerobic activity, a healthy eating plan and strength-training exercises to build muscle. However, you can tone the lower abdominals with exercises that will strengthen the lower abdominal muscles and give your stomach a smaller and more taut appearance.
Moving Bridge
Lie on your back on the floor with your knees bent and positioned straight over the ankles. Your feet should be hip-width apart with your arms on the floor against your upper body, palms facing down. As you inhale, keep your shoulders in contact with the floor, engage your abs, push into the floor with your feet lift your hips up and raise your arms over your head. Hold for three breaths and lower back to starting position. That's one repetition. "Shape" magazine suggests repeating for a total of six to eight repetitions.
Roll Down
The roll down, a Pilates move, uses your lower abdominals to stabilize your body during movement, and "Shape" says it will give you seriously sexy abs. Sit on the floor with legs straight out in front of you, feet together, with your upper body tall. Exhale as you engage your abdominals, tuck your chin, slightly round your spine and slowly roll down until you are in a supine position. To complete the repetition, exhale and using your core muscles, lift your head and shoulders off of the floor and continue to roll up in a controlled motion until you reach starting position. Repeat six to eight repetitions.
Side Plank with Rotation
"Women's Health" magazine recommends the side plank with rotation for a tight stomach. Starting on the right side, move your body into a side plank position with your right elbow and foot touching the floor. Engage your abs and raise your left hand to the ceiling. Rotate your body and swing your left arm under your body while you are slightly twisting forward, yet using your core to remain stable. Return your left arm to the sky and bring your body back to the starting position of side plank. That's one repetition. Complete one set on the right side and then repeat on the left side. Complete two to three sets of five to 10 repetitions on each side.
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