While is a global disease to concentrate on just crunches, people have to be aware that they only work the upper ab area. It is equally important to work on your lower stomach to be able to look fitter.
If you want to see the results of your lower stomach exercises, you need to do one thing: lower your fat percentage levels thanks to a healthy diet and a cardio program you enjoy. Forget about this point, and you'll keep your stomach muscles hidden under a cover of fat.
Also, don't think you can do exercises to lower fat on that specific area. This is called spot toning, and is nothing but a perpetuated myth.
The amount of fat on the lower stomach area varies from individual to individual. Different people localize fat in different areas. So you might look skinny but with a bulge on the stomach because of your genetic disposition.
Okay, let's get to the easy exercises for the lower stomach:
Reverse Crunches
This is an exercise targeting the lower abs. In order to make the most out of it, you'll need to work on a perfect performance. I also recommend using an exercise mat to help relieve some of the stress on the lower back.
Lie on your back on the floor and take your legs up, so they are perpendicular to the ground. Bent a little your knees and cross the legs at the point of the ankles.
Rest your arms on the floor on your sides.
Relax your shoulders, rest your head on the floor and make sure your back is straight, then lift slowly your hips off the floor, pushing them towards the sky.
Hold the position there and lower your body keeping 100% control
Chair Leg Lifts
This is one of my favorite exercises to perform at the office. Here's how you can perform it.
Grab a chair and sit keeping your back flat against the back the chair.
Now with your hands on the desk, lift your legs off the floor, and hold them for 8 seconds.
Slowly and with muscle control, take your legs back the floor.
Repeat as many times as you want, but don't overdo it. It is better if you increase the repetitions gradually.