Follow these four steps and obtain those lean flat Abs you always wanted.

Heart-pumping cardio

Turn it up a notch three days a week: If you usually jog at an easy pace, increase your speed so your effort is at a 7 or 8. Women who do five workouts weekly for 16 weeks cut ab fat by 8 percent (University of Virginia)

Smooth Moves

When doing crunches, hold a 2-pound weight (or medicine ball) with both hands, arms extended overhead. This strategy improves core activation by nearly 300 percent (Loma Linda University in California)

Good Food

Munch on an ounce of nuts a day, (approx. 23 almonds), along with Mediterranean-style meals of fruits, veggies and fish.

Flattering bottoms

While you’re working toward a cinched center, wear the midriff concealing X8 Active Fit Pants. ($49,areyoux.com) No more muffin top! Roll the wide waistband up or down for a customized bulge banishing fit.