Many people find it difficult to get rid of the so-called lower tummy bulge. Hundreds of situps and stomach crunches will not get rid of that extra lower belly fat. To reduce your lower belly fat, you have to burn fat throughout your body with cardiovascular exercise, as well as tone the muscles by doing specific targeted exercises. Diet also plays an essential role in burning fat, as does proper hydration.

Aerobics for Stomach Bulge

Run, cycle, jump rope or perform other types of cardiovascular exercise. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends exercising for at least 150 minutes per week at a moderate intensity. Make sure you wear comfortable running shoes and loose clothing. Warm up your muscles by walking at a medium pace for five minutes before beginning your workout.

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Lower Ab Workouts

Do strength training to tone and tighten the muscles in the lower stomach. Leg raises target the lower abdominal muscles. To execute, lie down with your back on the floor and your legs stretched out in front of you. Keep your back and legs straight and your arms by your sides, while raising your legs 6 inches off the floor. Lower your legs back down and repeat this 10 times; do three sets of 10 repetitions. Carry out this exercise twice a week on nonconsecutive days.

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Raised Leg Crunches

Perform raised leg crunches to help tone your tummy bulge. Lie back down on the floor with your legs stretched out in front of you. Cross your feet and raise your legs toward your chest. Place your hands behind your head and raise your shoulders off the floor. Make sure you keep your stomach tight and your back straight. Bring your shoulders back down to the floor and repeat 10 times; do three sets overall. Do raised leg crunches twice a week on alternate days.

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Consider Your Diet

Eat less and adopt a healthy diet. Reducing your overall calorie intake by about 500 calories daily will eliminate 3,500 calories per week — the equivalent of one pound of body weight. Consume plenty of fiber-rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Fiber reduces bloating as it aids in digestion. It also keeps you feeling fuller for longer, which can help prevent you from snacking on unhealthy food options.

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Snack on a handful of nuts instead of candy. Eat plenty of protein-rich foods such as chicken, fish, lean meats and soy products. Protein aids in muscle recovery, which is important if you wish to reduce your lower abdominal bulge. Tip Aim to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week; amounts in excess of this are considered unhealthy.

Drink Your Water

Drink plenty of water. Water aids digestion and speeds up the metabolism. Drink eight to 10 glasses of water a day to stay hydrated throughout the day. If you wish to lose your lower abdominal tummy bulge, it is important that you remain hydrated. Add one glass of water for every hour of exercise that you perform. Warning Talk to your doctor before starting a new weight loss or exercise routine.

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      WeightLossForAll.com: Benefits of Drinking Water to Lose Weight
    
      Hospital for Special Surgery: Exercise Tips for Fat Loss
    
      Health.gov: Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd Edition
    
      Muscle & Fitness: Tone Your Abs With the Lying Leg Raise
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  references
  
      WeightLossForAll.com: Benefits of Drinking Water to Lose Weight
    
      Hospital for Special Surgery: Exercise Tips for Fat Loss
    
      Health.gov: Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd Edition
    
      Muscle & Fitness: Tone Your Abs With the Lying Leg Raise

Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911.

Aim to lose 1 to 2 pounds per week; amounts in excess of this are considered unhealthy.

Talk to your doctor before starting a new weight loss or exercise routine.

      WeightLossForAll.com: Benefits of Drinking Water to Lose Weight
    
      Hospital for Special Surgery: Exercise Tips for Fat Loss
    
      Health.gov: Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd Edition
    
      Muscle & Fitness: Tone Your Abs With the Lying Leg Raise