The Best Flat Stomach Circuit for Intermediate Fitness Bunnies

If you are looking for the best abdominal exercises to help you build flat well defined abs, you are in for a real treat. Why do I say that? Well, here you will not find only one exercise, but you will find three exercises that will target your abs from all the right angles. Exactly what you need to build beautiful abs. But be warned, these exercises are not intended for beginners. They are however perfect for if you are not that much of a beginner (a bit more advanced).

So without further ado (I bet you can't wait to start), here are the 3 best exercises for intermediate exercise bunnies:

1. Weighted crunch - For your upper abs
This exercise is almost just like the traditional crunch, but you do it with weights. You can hold any weight to your chest; just make sure not to hurt yourself. If you don't have access to weights, you can use a water bottle or even a bag of sugar. Make sure to move in a slow and controlled manner.

2. Raised knee pull ins - For your lower abs
The raised knee pull ins , is a variation of the bicycle crunch. To do this exercise, you lie on your back on an exercise mat, arms on the ground, feet flat on the floor. Press the small of your back firmly into the ground and make sure it stays there. Begin the exercise by lowering your legs to the ground, a few inches of the floor. Slowly bring one leg in to your chest and take it back to starting position. Repeat with the other leg.

3. Oblique rotation - For your obliques (the sides of your abs)
This exercise is perfect for training your obliques and if you have love handles. This is how you do it: Hold a weighted object in your hands while standing, and slowly rotate to one side and then back to the other side. Make sure to rotate with your abs (while keeping them firm) and not with your back.

4. Two point bridge - For your transverse abdominals
You start this exercise by getting in the basic plank (or push-up) position then you slowly lift your one leg and the opposite arms from the floor. Hold for a few counts, lower and repeat on the other side.

For best results, repeat the exercises one after another in a circuit type of exercise routine. Do each exercise for ten repetitions, then move on to the next exercise. If you have completed all the exercises in the sequence, you can rest for a while, before moving on to the first exercise again. Repeat the circuit 3-4 times in a row. This is a great way to ensure you get the maximum out of your work out. Together with a good exercise routine, you must also follow a healthy low-fat diet. Just stay away from unhealthy fad diets like the 1500 calorie diet. If you keep up with your training and you stay motivated, you will surely see flat abs in the mirror soon.