What's the best workoust to get a flat stomach?

Question

I'm generally skinny but I have a pouch of fat , especially around the sides

Answer 1

The way to lose the fat is with aerobic exercise. Running, walking etc.. Muscle building exercises like sit ups are good, but it will only build the muscle under the fat, so you've got to burn the fat in order to see the muscle.

Answer 2

1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor in front of you. Lie on an exercise mat rather than a hard floor to prevent back strain. (Image 1)

2. Position your feet as wide as your hips. (Image 2)

3. Place your hands behind your head so that your thumbs are tucked behind your ears.

4. Hold your elbows slightly out to the sides and keep your chin pointing upward. (Image 3)

5. Curl up and forward so that your head, neck and shoulder blades lift off the floor. Make sure you're not pulling your head forward with your hands. If your chin is making contact with your chest, the abdominal muscles aren't being used in the exercise.

6. Pause for a moment. Lift your head up enough so that your middle and lower back stay on the floor. Squeeze your abdominals as you pause. (Image 4)

7. Slowly lower your head, neck and shoulder blades to starting position.

8. Keep your knees bent, your feet in the same position and your back straight throughout the entire exercise.

Tips:
For a more difficult crunch, do the exercise starting with your knees bent roughly at right angles and your feet lifted off the floor 2 or 3 inches. Cross your feet at the ankles for stability. Doing the crunch this way puts more pressure on the abdominals.

For an easier exercise, fold your arms across your chest with each hand resting palm down on the opposite shoulder. Pay special attention to your neck since your hands are not supporting the back of your head. (This method also prevents "cheating" for those tempted to use the larger shoulder carriage muscles in the "hands-behind-head" method.)

For a more advanced crunch, hold lightweight plates (1 to 10 lbs.) on your chest or hold the plate behind your head as you support your head.

Crunch with a twist by curling up one elbow (or side) slightly above the other elbow. This works the obliques - the side muscles of your abdomen.

Do two to three sets of 15 to 20 repetitions once a day. You should see results in 4 to 6 weeks.

There are multiple variations of the abdominal crunch, including pull-down and cross-knee crunches - see Related Sites for details.

Lying on an exercise mat rather than a hard floor helps prevent back strain.

Despite what you may think, commercialized abdominal machines/rollers are not enough to get you solid abs. A "six-pack" results from not only crunches, but also consistent aerobic and fat-reducing exercise (such as running), as well as eating a low-fat diet.

Once your abs are a little stronger, look into ab video workouts and ab machines. They will introduce more advanced exercises and add definition to your stomach.


Warnings:
Avoid using your hands to pull up your head. This can cause serious damage to the neck and spinal cord regions.

One clear sign of improper technique is touching your elbows together when doing the exercise.

If you have any condition that would impair or limit your ability to engage in physical activity, please consult a physician before attempting this activity. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.

Answer 3

try this trick I learned and have done for years..I've had 7 kids with twins and have better abs than a teenager..and rarely do sit ups. When ever you think about it, standing up, lean back on one foot, holding your balance just for a sec or two. Do it when ever you think about it..even in the shower., or the check out line...you will even feel your ab muscles getting tight. Just from my experience. It has worked! Good luck!

Answer 4

well if u mean "workout" , then first of all dont miss your regular food which will brittle down your health, turning out to b another big problem. you should do daily exercise/jogging and YOGA is a must, which REALLY helps. you can add salads and fruits to your diet. hope i am able to help you!

Answer 5

when you do sit ups, don't keep you feet on the ground. instead, bend your knees and put your hands behind you head. as you go to sit up touch your right elbow to your left knee, hold, back down, sit up left elbow/right knee.

Answer 6

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