Fat around the abdomen is more common in men. It increases the risk of the heart diseases, strains the spine and also leads to poor posture. It gives the body an apple shaped appearance. For losing the weight from the abdomen, first one needs to reduce the overall weight from the body. Limit the excess calorie intake and avoid fatty and fried food. Stick to low glycemic index foods. Include more of aerobic exercises like jumping, running, swimming, cycling, trampoline etc and abs toning exercises like reverse curls, crunches, thrust, leg raises, bosu ball exercises, Swiss ball exercises etc shape up the abdominal muscles. Avoid overstress, smoking and alcohol intake as all three tend to gain fat in the body. Try yoga, relaxation techniques and spiritual healing courses to counter stress levels.