Tired of torturing yourself with endless crunches and waking up each morning with an aching belly (and pride)? What if we told you a flat stomach, a solid core, and even relief from back pain are all within reach—no equipment, no pain, and no high-performance gym routine needed?
Why These Easy Moves Are a Game-Changer
- No equipment needed—your living room is your gym.
- Accessible to nearly everyone: expecting mothers (with medical approval), new moms easing back into fitness, people hoping to improve posture and prevent back pain, anyone seeking a flatter stomach without injury, and women aiming to tone their pelvic floor.
- Just three simple exercises, as coached by wellness expert Julie Ferrez, to target both your abdominal muscles and your pelvic floor.
Sound like an infomercial? Maybe. But with these moves, you actually get just what’s promised: a stronger core, less tension, and a flatter stomach, all without breaking your back—or your spirit.
Three Simple Exercises for a Flat Stomach and More
Julie Ferrez’s session is crafted for real life: gentle, effective, and suitable for a wide range of people. The routine focuses on three « flat stomach » exercises, designed for:
- Pregnant women (with a doctor’s okay)
- Women gently returning to exercise after pregnancy
- People looking to improve posture and ward off occasional back pain
- Anyone who wants a slimmer waistline without a risk of injury
- Women intent on strengthening their pelvic floor
These moves tap into the powerful duo of core bracing and hypopressive abdominal exercises—think of it as the fine art of working your abs via breathing rather than by crunching your dreams.
The Secret Weapon: Hypopressive Abs and Deep Breathing
Forget the boring-in-more-ways-than-one crunches. Julie Ferrez recommends combining core stability exercises with hypopressive ab work. This method asks you to focus on breathing, increasing lung capacity, deeply relaxing your stomach, and restoring what she poetically calls your « inner solidity. » It’s not only your body getting a makeover—
- Tensions melt away, both physically and mentally. (Bonus: you’ll feel lighter, inside and out!)
- Becoming aware of your breath promotes relaxation and gradually helps you reclaim control over your belly.
So, if your stress has ever settled somewhere between your shoulders and your sternum, this routine is extra valuable. As Julie sums up: when you’re aware of your breathing, you’re more relaxed, and eventually, you reconnect—bit by bit—with your stomach and core.
Progress Takes Patience: Julie’s Golden Tips
- Give it time! Don’t expect your belly to flatten or contract by half a meter on the first try. As Ferrez points out, it’s perfectly normal if your stomach only moves a few centimeters at first. Muscles need time to soften, adapt, and get stronger.
- Take it slow. There’s no race here. As you move through these exercises, reach according to your abilities, the strength of your belly, and your pelvic floor. And—vital point—make sure your stomach doesn’t puff out, but instead draws in on the exhale. Your future self will thank you (and your waistline will too).
This isn’t about instant six-packs or heroic feats. It’s about meaningful, sustainable progress: smoother posture, a more toned pelvic floor, and yes, a flatter tummy. A lighter head and a happier body—what’s not to love?
Final tip: Trust the process. Respect your body and your pace, and celebrate the little gains as they come. Take a breather—literally!
John is a curious mind who loves to write about diverse topics. Passionate about sharing his thoughts and perspectives, he enjoys sparking conversations and encouraging discovery. For him, every subject is an invitation to discuss and learn.
