lower ab exercise

Before I show you the greatest lower abdominal exercises I want to make sure that you know that these exercises by itself will definitely not deliver you the results that you wished for. They will positively shape the lower abs but in order for the lower abs to be to show through, the following must be included in your routine:

* Cardiovascular Training - intervals is the best
* Weight Training - you must incorporate all major muscle groups
* Diet - A calorie deficient diet
* Other Core exercises - You must train all abdominal muscles as well as the the lower back.

The 3 best lower ab exercise

* Reverse Crunch - This is best done on a decline bench. Lie on your back and use your hands to grab onto the bench. Start with your legs straight out at so they are parallel with the floor. Pull your knees to a 90 degree angle and lift your buttocks and lower back off the bench. Hold for 1 to 2 seconds and slowly return to the beginning position.

* Hanging Leg Raises - This can either be executed hanging from the pull-up bar or using the Abs chair. Start with your legs straight down lift your legs so your feet are at eye level. Try not to bend at the knees. Hold for 1 to 2 seconds and slowly lower your legs. Stop before your legs are all the way down so your abs stay tight. This is difficult exercise and you may need to start by just bringing your knees up. But this lower ab exercise will bring tremendous results.

* Abs Bicycling Modified - This can either be executed on a foam roll or a bench. Place your butt to either the end of the bench or foam roll. Either grab onto the bench by your waist or place your hands on the floor for balance. Perform a crunch and hold. Bring one knee to your chest. The other leg is going to be straight and actually lower than the rest of your body. This why you need to either be on a bench or form roll. While maintaining the crunch position slowly pull the straight leg to your chest and straighten the other leg to slightly fall below the line of your body.

All three exercises will quickly strengthen your lower abdominal muscles. Start out slow. Just by doing 10 reps you will feel it in days to come.