Overview
You don't need a gym membership or an abdominal exercise machine, such as the Ab Lounge or Ab Coaster, to get a flat stomach. Achieving a flat stomach requires performing targeted exercise that gets rid of belly flat and tones the area. Besides exercise, remember to adjust the diet to flatten the belly. Cut out foods high in fat and sugar and eat lean proteins, vegetables, fruits, whole grains and low-fat dairy items
Step 1
Perform cardio exercise. You don't need machines to perform aerobic activities and these types of exercise will burn fat on all parts of the belly. Running, swimming and jogging are all good choices. Spend 30 minutes or or more daily doing these activities.
Step 2
Work the upper abdominal muscles with crunches. To do crunches, lay flat on your back with your knees bent and your arms behind your head. Lift your shoulder blades off the floor while squeezing your abs. Perform three sets of 15 to 25 reps.
Step 3
Exercise the upper and lower muscles of the abs with the bicycle exercise. Lay flat on the floor with your hands behind your head and your knees bent towards your chest. Straighten one leg out while you move the elbow to your knee that remains bent. Alternate sides in order to perform 20 to 30 reps. Aim to do three sets.
Step 4
Flatten your stomach by working the lower abs with lunges. Start by standing with your feet shoulder width apart. Keep your leg stationery while lunging forward with your opposite leg. Tighten your abs as you lunge. Repeat this exercise 15 to 30 times in sets of two or three.
