12 Exercises to Get Rid of Lower Belly Fat

Ridding stubborn belly fat is a high priority on many of our lists, so what exactly does it take to zap an undesirable midsection? The "secret" is actually to strengthen both your upper and lower body, because there's no such thing as spot reduction. But there are specific exercises you can do to help you achieve the core of your dreams . . . with the help of a healthy diet, of course. In addition to the 12 moves ahead, you'll want to combine them with some form of the following workouts:

HIIT

• Fat-Blasting, Full-Body Tabata Workout
• This 45-Minute HIIT Workout Will Help Shrink Your Belly
• The Ultimate HIIT Bodyweight Workout For Weight Loss

Weightlifting

• Maximize Your Workout Results With Our Printable Dumbbell Workout
• A Beginner's Guide to Weightlifting: 5 Simple Moves to Help You Get Started
• The Beginner Strength-Training Plan That Made Me Fall in Love With Weightlifting

Now, let's get into specific exercises that go beyond boring crunches.