Toning help

KazSmith68
KazSmith68 Posts: 85
edited January 6 in Introduce Yourself
Does anyone have any toning tips to get rid of the lower tummy after losing weight? I do crunches, twists with a ball holding in my core. It's probably a big ask as its from having children years ago but finally got around to losing the weight but can't tone it??? Any suggestions welcomed :D

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  • aawright39
    aawright39 Posts: 21
    I am seeking the same thing. If I could get this lower belly toned, then I think I'll be ok. I am going to start going to Pilates and Yoga classes this week. I want to try something new.
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    I am seeking the same thing. If I could get this lower belly toned, then I think I'll be ok. I am going to start going to Pilates and Yoga classes this week. I want to try something new.


    Yes I think I would be happy too if I could get rid of the annoying lower tum :(
  • zaph0d
    zaph0d Posts: 1,172 Member
    Stay on calorie deficit. Lift weights.
  • Hrcules
    Hrcules Posts: 74 Member
    If you wanting to get rid of excess skin then most of the time it will require surgery unfortunately, but if you just want to tightwn the mid section up its all about getting to a good low body fat % through a good diet. There is no way to burn fat off your abs by doing about work, your stomach will get stronger but your body will take the fat off where ever it wants to
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    You need to do fat loss workouts. And what you're doing right now, attempting to spot reduce, is useless. You need full body resistance training, preferably using heavy weights, and good diet practices/clean eating. If it's simply excess skin, you'll need surgery.
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    Are you talking about getting rid of the fat over your tummy area, tightening up loose skin after pregnancy, or looking for ways to work on separated abdominal muscles as a result of the pregnancy?

    Toning doesn't really mean anything- it will help get you a proper answer if you're specific about what the problem is that you want to fix.
  • SarahtheJillianfanatic
    SarahtheJillianfanatic Posts: 117
    Same problem here, but add a C-section scar + scar tissue into the mix.

    Interested in replies to this.
  • kdeaux1959
    kdeaux1959 Posts: 2,675 Member
    Crunches, leg lifts, WATER, and planks. It is also possible (I have not checked out your bio so only you can make this determination) that you may still have a little residual fat there; if that is the case then continued calorie deficit along with muscle development may be necessary; only if you are not nearing underweight though... Best wishes on your journey.
  • rebeccap13
    rebeccap13 Posts: 754 Member
    Caloric deficit. Compound lifts.
  • GypsySoul_74
    GypsySoul_74 Posts: 152 Member
    pilates will honestly make a big difference if you practice it regularly (2-3 times per week). it's not going to give you a six-pack unless your body fat % is low enough to show the ab muscles. but it will strengthen weak muscles in your entire core, improve your posture and consequently help your stomach to look less "pouchy" and more "tucked in". most people seem to see a visible difference beginning after 6-8 weeks of regular pilates practice, though they can usually feel a difference even sooner.

    ETA: above posters are correct, though--strengthening the core muscles will only do so much. if there's truly a significant amount of fat there, only losing additional weight will get rid of it completely. there's no such thing as spot-reduction.
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    Are you talking about getting rid of the fat over your tummy area, tightening up loose skin after pregnancy, or looking for ways to work on separated abdominal muscles as a result of the pregnancy?

    Toning doesn't really mean anything- it will help get you a proper answer if you're specific about what the problem is that you want to fix.


    Tightening up loose skin after pregnancy, now I have lost the weight I wanted to lose but I think maybe the skin problem is too late and I don't consider surgery. Thanks for your opinion :)
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    pilates will honestly make a big difference if you practice it regularly (2-3 times per week). it's not going to give you a six-pack unless your body fat % is low enough to show the ab muscles. but it will strengthen weak muscles in your entire core, improve your posture and consequently help your stomach to look less "pouchy" and more "tucked in". most people seem to see a visible difference beginning after 6-8 weeks of regular pilates practice, though they can usually feel a difference even sooner.


    That sounds awesome but unfortunately my gym doesn't have a pilates class :(
  • GypsySoul_74
    GypsySoul_74 Posts: 152 Member
    pilates will honestly make a big difference if you practice it regularly (2-3 times per week). it's not going to give you a six-pack unless your body fat % is low enough to show the ab muscles. but it will strengthen weak muscles in your entire core, improve your posture and consequently help your stomach to look less "pouchy" and more "tucked in". most people seem to see a visible difference beginning after 6-8 weeks of regular pilates practice, though they can usually feel a difference even sooner.


    That sounds awesome but unfortunately my gym doesn't have a pilates class :(

    are you able to afford an exercise DVD? denise austin has one called "mat workout based on the work of j.h. pilates" that i take with me when i go on trips and have to be away from my studio
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    Crunches, leg lifts, WATER, and planks. It is also possible (I have not checked out your bio so only you can make this determination) that you may still have a little residual fat there; if that is the case then continued calorie deficit along with muscle development may be necessary; only if you are not nearing underweight though... Best wishes on your journey.


    Yeah I guess I do have fat still hanging around so if I continue with my gym workout and add in leg lifts and planks I may notice a difference. Thank you I don't think I'm going to be underweight. I'm 166cm tall and 69kg.

    Feel free to add me anybody, your support and help is great :)
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    Stay on calorie deficit. Lift weights.


    I go to the gym almost 7 days a week for up to two or more hours, I do alot of cardio and weights, I weigh/measure my food. I am 166cm tall and 69kg. I just want/need to lose the lower stubborn tummy
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    If you wanting to get rid of excess skin then most of the time it will require surgery unfortunately, but if you just want to tightwn the mid section up its all about getting to a good low body fat % through a good diet. There is no way to burn fat off your abs by doing about work, your stomach will get stronger but your body will take the fat off where ever it wants to


    Yeah surgery...no thanks, I guess the fat will continue to come off from where it finds it but maybe the tummy skin is here to stay thanks anyway
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    pilates will honestly make a big difference if you practice it regularly (2-3 times per week). it's not going to give you a six-pack unless your body fat % is low enough to show the ab muscles. but it will strengthen weak muscles in your entire core, improve your posture and consequently help your stomach to look less "pouchy" and more "tucked in". most people seem to see a visible difference beginning after 6-8 weeks of regular pilates practice, though they can usually feel a difference even sooner.


    That sounds awesome but unfortunately my gym doesn't have a pilates class :(


    Thanks I will look into the dvd :smile:

    are you able to afford an exercise DVD? denise austin has one called "mat workout based on the work of j.h. pilates" that i take with me when i go on trips and have to be away from my studio
  • taso42
    taso42 Posts: 8,980 Member
    Stay on calorie deficit. Lift weights.


    I go to the gym almost 7 days a week for up to two or more hours, I do alot of cardio and weights, I weigh/measure my food. I am 166cm tall and 69kg. I just want/need to lose the lower stubborn tummy

    For many of us, that tummy area is the last to go.

    You might consider really focusing on big compound lifts. They can work wonders for your body. Check Staci.

    http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    Stay on calorie deficit. Lift weights.


    I go to the gym almost 7 days a week for up to two or more hours, I do alot of cardio and weights, I weigh/measure my food. I am 166cm tall and 69kg. I just want/need to lose the lower stubborn tummy

    For many of us, that tummy area is the last to go.

    You might consider really focusing on big compound lifts. They can work wonders for your body. Check Staci.

    http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/


    OMG thank you so much, now I know to do MORE weights than I do now. Awesome story, thanks for sharing :)
  • BusyRaeNOTBusty
    BusyRaeNOTBusty Posts: 7,166 Member
    Yeah. Get a good, compound, heavy, progressive program.

    I suggest this one:

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary
  • KazSmith68
    KazSmith68 Posts: 85
    Thanks everyone for your feedback, more weights, squats etc....now I can have a different routine and hopefully results.

    Do feel free to add me if you wish, I appreciate ALL your help :flowerforyou:
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