All Women Stalk have whipped together this inspiring collection of The 50 Best Exercises To Banish Muffin Top.  If the full list is a little intimidating, why not get started with our selection of The Top 15 below…

1. TWIST TOE-TOUCHES

Toe-touches are pretty standard as well, and they’re not at all intensive, which means it’s much easier to do more. Start out with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees straight, hands on your hips. Twist and touch your right fingers to your left toes, then straighten, and touch your left fingers to your right toes. Complete three sets of 24 (12 each twist). Whew!

2. YOGA STRETCHES

Yoga is good for several reasons. It aids in flexibility, it works your core muscles, and it allows you to do cardio-centric exercises without really taxing yourself. All those stretches work the core muscles you need to target in order to give yourself a trim, toned tummy. Yoga is also good for beginning stretches or a cool down after an intensive work out.

3. LEG RAISES

You’d be surprised how beneficial leg lifts are when you’re trying to banish that muffin top. You’ll also be surprised at how many you can do! Lie flat on your back with your arms at your sides. Lift both legs off the ground, keeping them straight, about 6 inches off the ground. Hold for 30 seconds (or as close to 30 seconds as you can!), then slowly lower them. Are your abs burning yet?

5. DANCING

Dances are fun, fantastic exercises for muffin top removal; you won’t even know you’re exercising! Honestly, any dance will do, so you can take a dance based exercise class, do jazzercise or something similar in your living room, or even play dance based video games when you don’t feel up to anything else. You’ll do even better if you work out with a dance that focuses on your hips and stomach. Learn to tango or take up belly dancing, for example. In addition to working off your muffin top, you’ll also be learning something new!

6. CYCLING

Whether you ride a stationary cycle or an actual bicycle, cycling is so good for you! It works your legs and your butt, while also toning your abs and burning away any extra cushion around your waist and stomach. It’s a fun exercise as well, especially if you listen to music while you’re cycling. You can cycle for pleasure around the neighborhood or use your bike instead of driving or using public transportation when it’s possible. When you can’t get outside on a bike, then a stationary cycle is perfect.

7. SWIMMING

Swimming is similarly helpful, especially since it works all your muscles. It’s a lot of fun and it’s extremely versatile, which is always an awesome trait in any exercise. The best part is that swimming is also non-intensive, so you can exercise a lot more without tiring yourself out too much. You can swim recreationally, do purposeful laps, or you can…

8. MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS

Mountain climbers are fantastic muffin top exercises, and although they’re simple, they’re very intense. You start out in the same position used for a standard push-up, so you’re basically on your hands and your toes. Once there, pull your right knee in toward your chest, with your foot still resting on the floor. Then you want to jump up and, while you’re in the air, switch your feet, so that when you resume the position, your left knee is against your chest and your right leg is switched out behind you. Repeat this as quickly but as safely as you can for about a minute.

9. WALKING

Walking is simple but essential. It isn’t intensive as far as cardio goes, but the movement is incredibly helpful and, besides that, walking is a starting point. If you’re just starting to exercise away your muffin top, walking is a great way to get started. As you’ll see, you’ll soon be able to work your way up to more intensive rhythms, but start building your stamina with progressively longer walks.

10. WINDMILL TOE-TOUCHES

This is also known as an alternate toe touch, but either way it will help you get rid of your muffin top. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and stretch your arms straight out to either side. Begin by bending and turning at the waist, so that you can touch your right foot with your left hand. Straighten up, then do the same thing with your right hand and left foot. Try 10 reps for each side to start with.

11. KICK BOXING

Kick boxing is awesome for a variety of reasons. You get your heart going, so there’s your cardio. The best part is that you’re working your entire body. It’s fun, intense, and extremely helpful in working off a muffin top. Plus you’ll look ripped in the bargain! Ask around about possible kick boxing classes, or see if your gym or YMCA offers any classes. Take a friend with you while you’re at it — the two of you can learn together!

12. RESISTANCE TRAINING

Whenever you want to get a good workout, you have to use resistance training. It’s so important to make sure you’re fighting against something. Otherwise your muscles aren’t really getting a good workout, and you aren’t burning away any fat. You can create your own workout plan by keeping resistance training in mind. It’s a good idea to start out slow and then work up to more resistance, followed by a steady slow-down. This kind of workout tends to provide its own built-in cool down as well, and you can tailor it to your strengths and needs.

13. SQUATS

Squats are great for several reasons. In addition to helping you work off any love handles, they’ll also tone your butt. I mean for real, you’ll end up with a taut little bubble butt. You’ll get “buns of steel” all on your own. Squats are simple to do and they keep your thighs in good shape as well, so you really can’t go wrong. You can take five minutes each day to do them easily, even if you’re at work.

14. CARDIO IS KEY

Cardio is essential to getting rid of a muffin top. As you’ll see, there are tons of exercises here that are cardio intensive, and they should be a serious focus. When you’re doing serious cardio, you’re not only working off a muffin top and strengthening your core, you’re also doing great things for your body in general, and ensuring that you stay healthy, which is always the most important thing.

15. PERFECT POSTURE

Granted, this isn’t exactly an exercise. However, making sure you have good posture is a key to battling your muffin top. Slouching makes it look worse, plus when your back is straight and proud, it actually works your abs. And yes, you can practice with a book on your head if you need to! You can also practice good posture while you’re sitting in your office chair at work. In fact, if you keep yourself from slouching at the office, it can even help your productivity.

Source:  AllWomenStalk