These exercises could help you tackle bloating.

Let’s face it, bloating can be a pesky issue no one enjoys. It can be extremely uncomfortable to the point where you just want to lie down and not move. However, there are some exercises when done right that could help you de-bloat and even prevent it. Stretching the abdomen can help to create blood flow, which could help you get rid of bloating. Here are some exercises you could try.

Step back and reach

This exercise helps you to extend and lengthen the abdominal muscles. It also provides a deep stretch in the hip area. To do this exercise, begin by extending your arm overhead. Next, take a step back with your right leg behind you. Make sure you are on the ball of your foot and your heel is pointing up. Then reach your arms back and stretch through the abdomen. Repeat this move eight times on both sides.

Step-out rotations

This move helps your muscles to lengthen and engage, which helps your torso to stay in a stable position so your abs can stabilize your back. For this position, extend your arms all the way to the front. At a 45-degree angle, step out with your right leg. Next, rotate your torso to the left side. At the same time, reach your arms over to the left. Repeat this move on the other side and do it at least eight times.

The 12 o’clock toe tap

Even though this move works on your entire body, it has quite an impact on your lower core. It will reduce symptoms of bloating, as well as, strengthen your abs. For this move, extend your right leg out in front at 12 o’clock. Then reach your arms overhead. Ensure that you have a slight bend in your standing leg, which would be the left side, and bend your right knee. Then lift your right leg to 90 degrees in front of you. Simultaneously, push your arms down to shoulder height. Repeat this move at least six times on both sides.

While these and many more exercises can be an effective way to prevent bloating, you may not be in the mood to try them if you don’t feel like moving. This is totally fine. In that case, lay on the floor or on a yoga bolster and take a couple of deep breaths.