Lower abdominal fat is one major thing both men and women grapple with. Many have tried slimming, dieting and a few exercises but have failed.

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If you have not undertaken exercises for a very long time or are overweight, consider first seeing a personal instructor who will recommend the right exercises you should start with before intensifying on losing the lower abdominal belly fat.

So what exercise help reduce on the size of ones lower abdomen?

Heel touches

These are also known as foot to foot clutches and are known to be good for your lower abdomens. It is an exercise for people with an intermediate level of physical fitness and exercise experience. Lay down with your back on the ground and your knees bent and pointed upwards. With your arms on your side, raise your shoulders slightly off the ground and using your abs, rotate your right hand down to your right foot and then back up. Do the same thing with your left hand and alternate back and forth for the desired amount of repetitions.

Hip extension

For the starting position, lie on your back and bend your knees so that your feet are flat on the floor. Slide your arms out to your sides at 45-degree angles, palms facing up. Tighten your core, then squeeze your gluteus (hip muscles) to lift your hips an inch off the floor. Raise your hips upward until your body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees. Pause, then lower to the starting position. Repeat this several times each day as part of your exercises to lose lower belly fat.

Dangers of belly fat

Having more subcutaneous fat, the kind you can grasp with your hand (belly fat) is associated with a variety of health problems. They may include but not limited to metabolic disturbances and increased risk for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. In women, the fat is also associated with breast cancer and the risk of developing gall stones.