Last week, we looked at seven simple steps you can take to beat the bloat and get one step closer to a flat stomach.
Once you've got the diet under control, the next step is start focusing on some regular exercise to tone up those muscles and get your body into the best shape possible.
Now, we know it's cold and dark outside and the temptation to veg on the couch is very strong so we're not expecting you to train for two hours every evening after work.
Instead, try these exercises from the comfort of your own home and remember - consistency is key!
1)
Plank
This is the go-to exercise for anyone trying to strengthen the muscles in their core, glutes, back and legs and Galway-based trainer Pat Divilly shows you exactly what to do in this handy video.
2)
Ball Buster
A weighted ball is a handy weapon to have in your exercise arsenal and these exercises from Karl Henry are easy to follow and effective.
3)
Feel The Burn
Jillian Michaels has a very dedicated following who swear that the results of her hardcore approach to exercise are worth every bead of sweat and she has a special routine dedicated specially to abs.
4)
Stretchy time
Pilates is well-known to be a great way to strengthen your core and reshape your stomach - here's one video from popular Youtube fitness guru Blogilates.
5)
Flash fitness
Even if you're in a rush, a little effort can go a long way. This ten-minute tutorial from Fitness Blender will get those abs working in no time!
