When you work out your core, it can be very hard to lose fat around your lower belly. So, if you know the right core movements, you can get rid of belly fat and strengthen, tighten, and tone this difficult part of your body. You can work out the lower rectus abdominis by repeatedly performing exercises like dead bugs and backward crunches.
A fitness expert told us about the five best core workouts to get rid of a saggy lower belly. “These moves work the lower abs by directly bending and straightening the spine,” says Michael Betts, head of TRAINFITNESS. “Unlike regular crunches, which focus on the upper abs, these exercises work the whole anterior core, with the lower region getting the most attention.” The needs for stability are much higher than normal ab work.
Betts says that you should do the routines below three to four times a week, with at least one day off in between.
1. Crunches backwards
“Reverse crunches develop the lower rectus abdominis more effectively than standard crunches.
Lay on your back and put your hands by your sides.
Stretch your legs out straight and bend your knees.
Pull your lower abs together to lift your hips off the ground and roll your legs back and up.
To lower, use the button.
Do three sets of 12 to 15 reps.
2. Bugs that are dead
“Dead bugs create exceptional core stability while targeting the lower abdominal region.
Put your arms out to the sky and lie flat on your back.
Put your legs up so that they look like a table.
Keep your lower back pressed toward the floor as you drop your right arm and left leg.
Go back to the beginning and do it again on the other side.
Do three sets of ten to twelve reps on each side.
3. Holds a hollow body
“Hollow body holds challenge the entire anterior core, particularly the lower portion.
Lay on your back with your arms stretched out in front of you.
Like a banana, lift your legs and hips off the ground. Your body should make a shallow “U” shape.
Stay in place for three sets of twenty to thirty seconds each.
4. People who climb mountains
“Mountain climbers provide dynamic lower ab engagement while raising the heart rate,.
Start by doing a high plank.
Bring one knee to your chest and quickly switch legs as if you were running.
Keep your hips level and your core tight the whole time.
Do three sets of 30 to 45 seconds each.
5. Leg raises while hanging
“Hanging Leg Raises deliver incredible lower ab development when performed correctly.
Hold on to a pull-up bar with your arms straight out.
Hold your legs straight and lift them until they are straight out from your body. This will work your abs.
To lower, use the button.
Do three sets of 8–12 reps.
