A collection of fat in the lower abdomen is most common to women because the fat is meant both to cushion reproductive organs as well as to provide sustenance for an unborn child. Reducing lower ab fat is often challenging.

The first solution is diet. Besides reducing calorie intake and balancing food groups, lower ab fat can be reduced by flushing the system. Most people have undigested food in their intestines. Adding fiber and drinking water can serve to flush the system, thus reducing the size of the lower belly.

The largest part of the solution is exercise. Many gyms have machines suited for the lower abdomen, particularly if the gym is specific to women’s fitness needs. However, there are two simple exercises that can be done at home or in combination with a specific fitness program.

Lower Ab Crunches

• Lie on the back. The exercise surface should be firm so as to support the spine. Place the hands under the buttocks, palms facing down.

• Lift the legs so as to form an L shape with the body.

• Tightening the stomach muscles gently lift the buttocks with the stomach muscles. The hands should only serve as a support for the lower back, whose majority should remain on the ground. The legs should remain straightened.

• Continue the exercise as many times as needed, but for no longer than thirty seconds before the next round. The next round should take place after a thirty second break.

Lower Ab Leg Lift

• Lie on the back. The surface should be firm as to support the spine. Place the hands palms down underneath the buttocks. These are not meant to help in the exercise. The hands are only meant to support the lower back.

• Tightening the stomach muscles, lift the legs in a folding motion toward the ceiling. Keep the legs straight.

• Return the legs back to the ground.

• Continue the exercise as many times as needed, but for no longer than thirty seconds. Take a thirty second break before the next round.

Alongside a healthy diet, these two exercises can play a huge part in reducing lower ab fat.

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