Who knew that the road to a flatter stomach could be paved with nothing more complicated than a bath towel? Dr. Toshiki Fukutsudzi, a Japanese reflexology specialist, has introduced a simple tactic in his book Les points Tsubos that could redefine your midsection. This isn’t about sweating it out at the gym or cutting back on the carbs; it’s all about posture perfection.
Correct your posture to get a flat stomach
Firstly, let’s get one thing straight: while achieving an abdomen as hard as granite remains a different ball game, refining your posture can contribute significantly to reducing that dreaded abdominal fat. The idea revolves around correcting your natural stance to better align your pelvis, which in turn, helps in trimming the silhouette.
How to perform the towel technique?
Dubbed the “towel technique,” this method is a quirky mix of gentle workout and chilling out—imagine yoga meeting a core workout, but you’re pretty much laying down relaxing. By placing a rolled-up towel (make sure it’s about 35 to 40 cm long) under the lower back while lying on a yoga mat, you position yourself to challenge and strengthen your core muscles subtly yet effectively.
Here’s how you do it:
- Lay flat on your back with the towel under your lower back.
- Extend your legs out, keeping them shoulder-width apart.
- Pivot your feet inward until your big toes touch lightly.
- Stretch your arms overhead, trying to touch your little fingers together.
- Stay in this position for about five minutes, completely relaxing your muscles.
- Stop if you feel any discomfort.
Realigning your spine isn’t just about looking good. This exercise also plays a crucial role in alleviating lower back pain and stretching those often-neglected intercostal ligaments.
For optimum results, aim to replicate the towel technique three times daily for at least 10 days. Whether it’s part of your morning wake-up routine, a post-workout unwind, or a pre-bedtime stretch, integrating this technique into your daily regimen could potentially lead to visible improvements in your abdominal region.
This article first appeared on grazia.fr – Author: Luce Picat
