Getting
defined abs is a goal of many women. We have to follow a proper workout and
diet routine to achieve this. Other than this, practicing an ab workout can
benefit women in plenty of ways. It is great for getting relief from back pain
and sore muscles. The core gets built up making you flexible, strong, and
stable. Here are 5 most effective exercises for a strong core.
Crunch and reach with tabletop
Lie on your
back while you place your feet on a tabletop making 90 degrees at the knees.
Take weights on both your hands and come up. Reach out these weights till your
ankle come back to the initial position. This adds an overhead extension to
intensify the regular crunches.
Reverse crunch with heel touches
Lie down
and keep your knees at a 90-degree position. As you come up for a crunch, place
your foot on the ground. Release this position and come back to normal with the
knees at the tabletop position. This is great to get a proper posture.
Crunch and reach
This is a
modified crunch exercise. Lie down on your back and keep your knees bent. Keep
your arms overhead and come up while keeping your feet firm. As you come up,
move your hands in between your knees. This engages your core muscles. Slowly
retreat and take your arms back to your head.
Bicycle crunches
Lie down on
your back and keep your knees up. Place your hands behind your head and bring
your right leg towards your chest. Simultaneously, take your left elbow near
the right leg. Let the other leg not touch the ground as you do this. Repeat
this with alternative legs. This helps in toning your abdominal muscles.
Plank walkouts on forearm
Come to the
plank position with your forearm. Now without moving your hips, walkout your
right foot for a few steps. Come back and repeat it with the other foot. Ensure
to keep your core engaged for gaining strength.
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