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Top 3 Easy Stomach Exercises

Having a great stomach is the goal of millions of people across the world, however only 1% get the stomachs they've been striving for. The 99% stays the same, they think exercising is complicated, but it doesn't have to be that way. In fact some easy stomach exercises can do wonders for your body!

Here' I've gathered the top 3 easy stomach exercises that ARE EFFECTIVE, there may be easier exercises out there but that only bring poor results. Add these exercises to your daily morning routine or do it on TV shows breaks and you'll start seeing results sooner than you think.

The Plank

This stomach exercise is easy to do and you don't need space or equipment. However it is very powerful! It will build strength both in you abs and you back, giving you a nice core section definition.

1.Lie face down on the floor, resting on your forearms.

2.Push off the ground, raising up to stand on toes and elbows.

3.Keep your back flat, like a plank. Your whole body must stay aligned.

4.Stay in this position for 30-60 seconds, then go back to the floor. Repeat 3 times.

The Vacuum

A forgotten exercise that do wonders to work your transverse abdominal muscles, the deeper muscles in your abs.

1.Relaxed, inhale deeply, filling your lungs with air.

2.Slowly exhale, and as you do this, try to bring your belly button towards your spine.

3.You'll feel your deeper muscles contracted and burning. Hold for 10 seconds.

4.Let go and repeat again for 5 times.

The Bicycle Exercise

The bicycle exercise is an easy stomach exercise and the most effective one according to researchers at the American Council on Exercise. You don't have an excuse to avoid it!

1.Lie on the floor; make sure your lower back is pressed on the ground.

2.Take your hands behind your ears. Then bring up your knees at a 45 degree angle.

3.Start doing a bicycle pedaling motion. Touch your elbow with the opposite knee (right elbow with left knee and so on, alternating)

4.Breathe relaxed and evenly throughout the whole exercise.

Practice these 3 easy stomach exercises each day, and you'll be on your way to a perfect set of bas. Also don't forget to add cardio and a healthy diet to the equation, or else the fat won't let show the results you have achieved. Good luck!
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