What is a good way to work the lower abs?

Answer 1

A good way is to perform an exercise known as leg lifts. You can either lay down on a flat bench (preferably attached to the floor by bolts to provide a secure platform), or in a vertical "bench".

What you do is lay down (face up) on a bench with your butt at the very edge of the bench, so that your legs are suspended in the air. Now you can either extend your legs straight out and lift them straight up, or extend them straight out and then bend at the knees and bring them towards your chest.

The vertical bench I mentioned is something you may have seen at the gym. It has no moving parts, and you sort of step up on it, and face outwards. You stand straight up and the there are pads where your arms are and handles. Your arms will support your body as your legs should be suspended from the floor, and you lift your legs towards the air. Again, you can either raise your legs fully extended, or again, the with bent knees.

What's good about this is that you can perform this exercise pretty much anywhere (i.e. using your bed as bench, or chair.)

Again, if you have access to one, you should always consult a trainer to develop a good routine to help you achieve your overall fitness goals.

Good luck!

Answer 2

there is no such thing as the lower abs. the abdominal wall is a single muscle and muscles either contract as a whole or they do not contract at all.

it is a common belief that exercises like the leg lift, etc. target the "lower abs". this is incorrect as the localized fatigue caused by this and other exercises is due to the underlaying muscles of the hip flexors which are actually doing the work. the abdominals only contract isometrically during these types of exercises.

focus on exercises that allow a full range of motion to exercises the abs. if you want to "see" your lower abs that is going to come from a reduction of body fat, and that only. if you are already lean and still can not see the lower abs then using weighted abdominal exercises will increase the size of those muscles making them more visible.

Answer 3

I suggest pilates for working the upper, lower abs and back. The videos are usually great, but I prefer to take classes at the gym. It is low impact and fun!

Answer 4

Lay flat on your back and place both hands under your butt, and lift your feet 6 inches from the floor.. while your feet are lifted work them by spreading them apart.. you should feel it right in your lower abs..

Answer 5

lay on your back legs straight in the air, lift your bum