How to target that Paunch

[FunkyMonk]

Hey all,

I recently got an ab cruncher to strengthen my ab muscles and its working well on my upper 4 of my imaginary 6 pack yet I dont feel much strain on my lower 2 where I'm aquiring a bit of a belly. I don't like doing regular sit ups because I feel the strain on my back rather than my abs. I've tried it with my knees up and stuff but I can't seem to target that paunch! Any suggestions, exercises?

Thanks

[Lady C]

Those imaginary lower abs are made in the kitchen not the exercise room. You have to lower your overall bodyfat to see them - men <10%, women <14%.

What does your diet look like?

[cursor]

If you have access to a system of weights, you'll benefit greatly from a regular plan of lifting. Burn off some of that fat, and replace it with some quality-sculpted muscle. :

[yorkie85]

The lower 2 (and the two below that) are used to raise your legs, rather than your spine.

[FunkyMonk]

Thanks for the info,

My diet I'm sure lacks some elements, usually consists of porridge in the morning. A ham sandwich for lunch with chicken or pasta for dinner with a bannana and yoghurt thrown in somewhere between! I try and work out everyday and go to the gym atleast twice a week but only joined a month ago. Time to get those sculpted muscles! :

[mmuscle]

Try throwing in some leg raises as well as the usual abdominal crunches.

[Your_Crazy]

Plus through in some back extensions. Most people neglect it and later on in life it reminds them.

[Cort]

Weighted hip raises will probably benefit you more than the generic leg raise unless you're looking to get some really strong hip flexors instead of working your abs.