leaner tummy

I'm trying to get a flatter tummy....anyone figure out what's the best exercise to tackle this problem area

I'm a pilates fan myself but I don't think there is one solution for everyone. I wish you success though!

I don't think there's really such a thing as spot reducing. You can do ab exercises but if you've got a layer of fat over your abs, you won't be able to see the washboard that is most likely lurking under there.

I have been working out for a few months and am starting to get definition, but it's all still under a fat layer! I'm trying my best to get rid of it. If you do discover some sort of miraculous technique, let us know about it!

hmm, I just hate sit ups and crunches ...I am bicyling and it's working a treat ...but the belly urgh...I found this:

http://www.prevention.com/article/0,5778,s1-2-87-1-2122-1,00.html

which I'll test out next month

lipo 

LOL, Helen!!!

The only thing that has EVER made me feel "lean" is yoga. I've never done pilates, but I suspect that might as well.... Yoga just makes me feel longer, leaner, and more graceful and improves my posture so that it disguises some of the flabby bits better! 

The only thing that has EVER made me feel "lean" is yoga. I've never done pilates, but I suspect that might as well.... Yoga just makes me feel longer, leaner, and more graceful and improves my posture so that it disguises some of the flabby bits better!

This is how pilates makes me feel too.

When I actually have the self discipline to DO it LOL!

I started doing Windsor Pilates 2 or 3 months ago, I haven't done it as instructed but I have noticed much more flexibility, I've never been able to touch my toes!?!  And now I can, I also can do situps wth my legs flat and my feet not lifting up.  I have noticed a less "bloated" looking me but no real definition (my fault because I only do it 1-2x a week).  I just bought this Yoga dvd but the lady on the tape has the most ANNOYING austrailian accent!!  I don't dislike austrailian accents, just hers!  I can't get past her voice.  But I am interested in finding a local yoga class for beginners. 
I'm desperate to be fit!

The best way to get rid of stubborn belly fat is to do some type of intense cardiovascular exercise within your target heart rate for 30-45 minutes preferrably three times a week.  I prefer running 5x per week, 4-8 miles per session, then I lift weights.  Whatever cardio program you are on now, I suggest to try and double it and see if you get any results.  Its a pain, but the results are worth it.  Nice six pack.