If you are looking to tone your lower abdomen and create defined abs, then it can be a tricky process. Most of the abdominal exercises you see target the middle and upper abdominal areas. Finding exercises that target the lower abdominal muscles effectively can be a difficult task. This is due to the fact that many people don't realize that there are lower ab exercises that target this muscle group. Let's take a look at some tips on toning this problem area.

An exercise ball is one of the many helpful lower ab exercises because it assists in providing a low resistance form of exercise. If you want to add more resistance, then consider using resistance weights and bands. This can help you create a more advanced lower abdominal exercise regimen, while maintaining simplicity and ease of execution.

In order to perform a hip flex lower ab exercise that will have the most impact, the thighs are brought to the trunk. While these exercises mainly work your abdominal area, they seem to target the lower abdominals the most. Alright, let's take a look at some of the best abdominal exercises to do, going from the easiest to the most intense.

First, there is the ball pull-in. For this exercise, you will start with your feet on an exercise ball and your hands on the floor in front of you, in a push-up position. Do not allow your hips to sag. Bring your knees into your chest while keeping your spine neutral. Contract your abdominals and then extend your legs back out into the starting position.

The hanging knee raise involves grasping a chin-up bar with an overhand grip, and then pulling your knees up into your chest. Lower yourself back down slowly until you have returned to the starting position.

The next exercise in abs training is called rocky abs and it involves lying on your back on a bench. You reach above your head and grab onto the underside of the bench in order to brace yourself. Now lift your legs up until your hips and legs are at a ninety degree angle with your torso. Lift your hips up, while raising your feet towards the ceiling. The only parts of your body that should be on the bench are your shoulders, head and upper back. This is just the starting position. You will now lower your legs until they are parallel to the floor, all the while keeping your hips up and off of the bench.

Make sure that you are participating in an exercise program that will give you results without going outside of your specific fitness level, but is still adaptable as you advance. Though this can be difficult, it can be rewarding and a great way to begin a new lifestyle. Do the lower ab exercises with safety in mind to ensure that you don't injure your back.