hardest areas to bring back to "pre-baby" shape is the
mid-section.
Understandably so... After carrying around their big bundle of
joy for all that time, many moms find it difficult to train and
tighten their stomachs in a way that will let them get that
sexy, tight look again.
The following are 5 tricks that women who have had children can
use to help get a firmer mid section.
1. Don't Slouch
This is probably the single quickest fix for a weak
mid-section. Most women, after having been pregnant for so long
tend to have poor posture and as a consequence, their shoulders
tend to "hunch" forward. The mere act of standing tall, as if
you were standing up against a wall, will help keep your abs
tight. Additionally, keeping good posture is an acquired habit
and after doing it consistently for a while, the body will begin
to do it unconsciously thereby helping you look slimmer and
sexier.
2. Exercise First Thing In The Morning
Doing a quick workout first thing in the morning ensures that
your metabolism revs up and gets going early on. A quick jog, a
walk on a treadmill or a few minutes on a stationary bike will
help you get your energy flowing before breakfast and will bring
up your calorie burning machinery for the rest of the day. Just
remember to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration,
especially if you are exercising immediately after waking up.
3. Get Used To Always "Sucking-In" Your Belly
It is a little mentioned fact that most celebrities, when being
photographed, actively suck their stomachs in or they risk being
captured in those photos with a big, unflattering protruding
belly. In other words, most people – regardless of their fitness
level – unless they hold their stomach in, will tend to have
their abs bulge out. By actively keeping your abs tightened or
"sucked-in" on a regular basis, your abdominal muscles will tend
to get used to this state and will hold that tightness even when
you are not paying attention or thinking about them.
4. Don't Forget Your Lower Back
Your mid-section consists of more than simply your abdominal
muscles. When working your middle, don't forget to also include
exercises that will work your lower back. This will not only
help you look tighter and have a better posture but it will also
help prevent lower back injuries.
5. Exercise Your Legs
Although at first glance both areas may not seem related, your
legs are composed of some of the largest muscles in your body
and as such, they can be your best allies in helping you burn
off large amounts of calories. A combination of aerobic and
resistance training for your legs will not only help give you
the lean, toned and sexy legs you desire, but by burning extra
calories, you will be losing body fat all over your body –
including from your mid-section.
About The Author: Yvonne Levy is an internationally recognized
Perinatal Fitness expert and creator of the popular Hot Mommy
Fitness celebrity training program. To find out more, please
visit http://www.HotMommy
free five day email course "5 Secrets of Celebrity Hot Mommies."
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