Need An Exercise To Tone Your Abs?

This easy belly-blasting routine will help strengthen your core.

An Easy Ab Workout Routine

Carrying extra weight around your midsection increases your risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. The good news? You can combat belly fat with exercise and a smart diet, improving your overall health and the shape of your waistline. Do these five ab-flattening exercises three times a week. All you need is a firm but comfortable place to lie down (use a mat if you like), a broomstick and a little determination.
   

 The Vacuum

Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Take a deep breath that noticeably extends your belly. Exhale all the air out and pull your belly button in toward your spine―as if your stomach and lower back could meet. Tighten your abdominal muscles. Hold for 2 seconds, then relax your abdominal muscles and breathe normally. Repeat 10 times.