The fat that accumulates on the abdomen is certainly among the most difficult to eliminate. In addition to a healthy and balanced diet, it is essential to adopt the right targeted exercises, which can act directly on localized fat.
Below we suggest 5 exercises that, although intense, can be done at home and which focus on the abdominal area, with the aim of burning fat and toning the abdominal muscles.
Perform 3 sets of each exercise, consisting of 10-12 repetitions. Remember to be consistent if you want to see the first results after the first two weeks.
1. V-shaped abs
Lie on a mat, stretch your arms behind your head and stretch your legs. Keep your abdominal muscles always contracted throughout the exercise.
2. Plank with knee to chest
Starting from the classic plank position, stretch your arms and bring one knee towards the opposite shoulder, trying to maintain balance for 1 or 2 seconds.
Return to the starting position and repeat the exercise with the other leg.
3. Bicycle on the floor
Lie face up on a yoga mat. Bend your legs and place your feet on the floor.
Bend your elbows, placing your fingers behind your ears. Your arms should point to the sides.
4. Hamstring curls
Lie on your back, with your arms extended and your feet resting on a pilates ball. Lift your hips, to form a straight line with your back and feet.
Then, with your feet on the ball, bend your knees to bring the ball towards you, then away again.
5. Abs with legs extended
Lie down and raise your legs towards the ceiling. Place your hands behind your knees, inhale and lift your upper torso towards your back, keeping your abdomen contracted.
In this position, inhale and exhale 8 times, then return to the starting position and rest for 10 seconds. Perform 3 sets.
