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How to get a flat tummy

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By tracyid
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How to Flatten Your Tummy...Great After Having a Baby!
This is an easy and fast way to get your tummy back.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Space for laying flat on your back
  • A yoga mat or other cushioning to put on the floor
  1. Step 1

    The first step is to find a space that you can comfortably lie on your back and have enough room to stretch your legs out completely and be able to lift them vertically.

  2. Step 2

    Next, put a floor mat down (like a yoga mat, or a blanket) for comfort.

  3. Step 3

    Lie flat on your back with your legs extended straight out... where your calves and heels touch the ground.

  4. Step 4

    Now, brace your upper body by putting your hands to your sides on the ground, or under your lower back.

  5. Step 5

    Slowly lift both legs, trying to keep them extened straight out, to about a 45 degree angle. Hold that position for 10 seconds.

  6. Step 6

    Bring both legs back down slowly, keeping them together as you bring them down. Try to stop them before they touch the ground.

  7. Step 7

    Hold them there for 10 seconds, then repeat by bringing them back up again. Do this simple repetition 25 times in the morning and 25 times at night and you will definitely see results very quickly!

Tips & Warnings
  • You might try this exercise bare foot in the beginning, then add shoes as you increase strength...the extra weight of the shoes will help in tightening your stomach muscles.
  • Lying flat on your back directly on the floor may cause back pain or tailbone soreness. Make sure to pad the floor with a mat of some sort.
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