5 ab exercises for shaping your belly (no sit-ups!)

If you’ve always wanted a flat and toned belly, you’ve probably tried doing crunches and sit-ups as part of your workouts at some point. But it’s very likely you didn’t see the results you wanted despite doing these annoying, and let’s be honest, super boring exercises regularly.

Why?

It turns out crunches and sit-ups aren’t the most effective ab exercises to shape your belly. And there’s actually a much better way to burn belly fat.

Keep reading to find out how to lose belly fat efficiently and shape your midsection how you want it.

Why crunches and sit-ups fall short

While crunches and sit-ups are considered classic abdominal exercises, you’re most likely tired of them by now. Plus, they only work a small area of your core muscles.

Crunches and sit-ups can also put a lot of strain on your back and can cause low-back pain in the long run.

If you’ve been doing these exercises, whether you enjoy them or not, and still feel like you’re not seeing the results you want, it’s time to mix things up.

Shape your belly with these 5 simple ab exercises

Are you ready to wave goodbye to those boring abdominal exercises? We have five exercises that will not only help you shape your belly faster but also make your workouts more enjoyable.

Let’s dive right into these easy abdominal exercises that are suitable for everyone and engage all your abdominal muscles. Remember to start at your own pace and gradually increase intensity as you become more comfortable. We recommend choosing 2-3 exercises 2-3 times a week.

Plus, we’ve got a bonus tip on how to lose belly fat with localised fat burning. Read to the end to unveil the secret to your dream belly!

1. Deadbug

Lie flat on your back with your arms raised in the air and your legs in a tabletop position. Make sure your lower back is flat against the floor during the entire exercise.

Slowly extend one leg and the opposite arm, but only go as low as you can. Pause for a few seconds and raise them back up. This is one repetition. Continue alternating sides until you finish all repetitions in 1 set. Rest for 2-3 minutes and repeat the set.

Beginner: 2 sets of 10 reps

Intermediate: 4 sets of 10 reps

Advanced: 4 sets of 15 reps

2. Leg raises

Lie flat on your back with your hands on either side of your body, palms down. If you need additional support, you can place your hands below your lower back.

Engage your core and raise your legs, keeping them straight. Then lower your legs as low as you can. This is one repetition. When doing multiple sets, rest 2-3 minutes between them.

Beginner: 2 sets of 10 reps

Intermediate: 4 sets of 10 reps

Advanced: 4 sets of 15 reps

3. Slow-motion mountain climbers

Start in a plank position with your palms directly underneath your shoulders and your arms straight. Your body should form a straight line. Engage your abs while lifting one foot off the floor and bringing the knee towards the chest.

Hold for 5 seconds and return to the starting position. Repeat with the opposite leg. This is one repetition. When doing multiple sets, rest 2-3 minutes between them.

Beginner: 2 sets of 10 reps

Intermediate: 4 sets of 10-15 reps

Advanced: 4 sets of 20-30 reps

4. Russian twists

Sit on the floor with your knees raised and bent at 45 degrees. Your feet should be hovering above the floor. Your hands should be clasped above your chest.

Lean back and slowly twist your torso to one side, keeping your back straight and abs engaged. Twist as far as you can and then return to the starting position. Repeat on the opposite side. That’s one repetition. If you’re doing multiple sets, rest 2-3 minutes between them.

Beginner: 2 sets of 10 reps

Intermediate: 4 sets of 10 reps

Advanced: 4 sets of 15 reps

5. Low-to-high dumbbell chop

This is a standing exercise with a dumbbell. You can use any weights you have at home and can increase the weight as you progress.

Grab your dumbbell with both hands. Lower your body into a semi-squat position while twisting the torso to the right side. Hold the dumbbell on the outside of your knee with your arms extended. Squeeze your abs as you pivot your torso to the left and raise your extended arms above your left shoulder.

Pause and return to the starting position. Repeat on the opposite side. That’s one repetition. When you’re doing more sets, rest for 2-3 minutes between them.

Beginner: 2 sets of 10 reps

Intermediate: 4 sets of 10 reps

Advanced: 4 sets of 15 reps

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