One of the most common problem areas that men and women have when it comes to fitness is their abdominal areas. After giving birth, some women have difficulties shedding the excess fat in their stomach. For men, the proverbial beer belly is something which is a result of a combination of lack of exercise and leading a sedentary lifestyle.

So what are the most effective means of working on this particular problem area that fitness trainers agree is one of the most difficult parts of the body to work on? How can you be transformed from having post-baby fat to getting a sexy stomach that you can show off in body-hugging dresses? What can you do to go from skinny guy or pot-bellied guy to being a drool-worthy man with six pack abs?

Read on to find out the top 6 exercises that will help women get a sexier stomach and men have six pack abs.

The Top 6 At-Home Exercises that You can do to Have Six Pack Abs

Those who do not want to pay exclusive membership fees or those who feel a bit intimidated working out with a bunch of burly, ripped men in the gym may want to know about what at-home exercises they can do at home which achieves the same results.

So whether you're a man or a woman who's dealing with an extra paunch on the belly and you would like to workout right in the comfort of your own home, here are the top 6 abs exercises that you can perform:

1. Crunches.

Instead of going for the classic situps, you can do crunches instead. On the floor, lie down flat on your back. Using your abs and buttocks, lift your feet up as high as you can. Lower your legs without letting your butt touch the floor. Repeat.

Watch this video for exact details on doing basic abdominal crunch:

2. Leg lifts.

Leg lifts are a great way to work on your lower abs. Lie on the floor with your legs stretched straight then lower your legs without them touching the floor. Repeat.

Watch this video for detailed instruction on doing leg lifts:

3. Lying hip raise.

Sit down on a bench with your legs extended above. Grasp the side of the bench so that your upper body can be stable – then raise your hips slowly by flexing your spine. Exhale, return to your starting position and repeat.

Watch this video for detailed instruction on how to lying hip raises:

4. Raised leg crunches.

Another variation to the classic crunches is doing it with both of your legs raised on the couch.

Here is a detailed video raised leg crunches:

5. Leg cycles.

Lie down on the floor, making cycling motions with your legs.

6. Cross crunch.

With both your legs flat on the couch, allow your right elbow to reach your right side as far as you can, and do this on the opposite side as well.

Naturally, you should combine these six great abs exercises with a healthy diet, drinking plenty of water and giving your muscles time to rest and recover. You'll turn from having love handles to having six pack abs that everyone will love within the shortest possible time!