4 lower abdominal exercises punish the pooch

Since Im losing weight it is no surprise that inches are coming off in addition to pounds. I am loving the transformations I am seeing. My clothes are getting smaller, my reflection in the mirror is more tolerable, and I dont feel like my body is enemy number one. However, if I could change anything, it would be where those inches are coming off.

Ive lost several inches in my waist, my bust, and my thighs. I really notice a difference in my thighs and bust. But...you know that area below your waist and above your hips? I believe its called the pooch. Im not losing inches there in proportion to other places.


I know eventually as I continue to lose weight those inches will come off, but I also think  there are things I can do to take matters into my own hands. That being said, I bring you 4 moves to punish the pooch. These are some lower ab exercises that I have personally tried and am loving!


1. Leg lifts- This exercise can be done with a exercise ball or without. Lay on your back with your hands resting either next to your hips, flat on the floor, or gently next to, but not supporting, the back of your head. Start with legs extended and raised two inches from the floor while sucking in your tummy. Bring your legs up so your body makes a 90 degree angle. Repeat this move 25 times, 3 times daily.

 

 

2. Plank- This move really engages the core and its one I had to work up to being able to do. Lay on your stomach, toes tucked beneath you. Place forearms flat on the ground shoulder width apart. Sucking in your tummy raise your body from the ground and hold for 30 seconds. Do this two times daily.

3. Reverse Crunches- This happens to be my favorite move. Its quick and effective. Lay on your back, hands resting gently against, but not supporting, the back of your head, or lay them flat on the floor next to your hips. Bend your knees and with ankles together, bring them toward your belly button. Sucking in your tummy, contract your knees toward your chest bringing your tailbone slightly off the ground. Do this 50 times, 3 times daily.

4. The Roll-up- Lay flat on your back with your arms extended over your head. Sucking in your tummy raise up slowly and roll your body over to touch your toes. Hold for 5 seconds. Roll back up and slowly lower yourself down to the starting position. Do this 15 times, 3 times daily.

These are some great starting moves to help tighten that pesky pooch. Most women I know have difficulties with this region, and its no surprise considering regular crunches dont really engage all your abdominals. The best part about this pooch punishing workout is that you dont have to go to a gym to do it! Try it out and share it with your friends!

Tomorrow Ill be giving an update on my journey! :) Be sure to check back. 

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