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Abs Workout (7) – Pike and Plank

Mun — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 02:13:23 +0000

Plank and pike workout is a good full body exercise for the abdominal muscles. I am not complaining traditional crunches is not good, but to really get the core muscles to work hard, plank and pike is a better choice. Plank and pike is also practiced in Pilates.

Steps:

Start with toes on the stability ball and body completely straight. Palms on the floor aligned under shoulders. Do not let your body to sag or elevate. You are doing plank now. Maintaining this position itself is not easy.(...)
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Abs Workout (6) – Reverse Crunch For Lower Abs

Mun — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:22:36 +0000

Reverse crunch is another workout which strongly challenges your lower abdominal. It can be tougher than you see, but I recommend you to give it a try.

Steps:

Lie on your back on an exercise mat on the floor. Place your hands on the floor beside you or behind your head for balance. Otherwise, you can place your hands underneath your lower back for support.
Lift your knees. Bring the knees in towards the chest with your feet together.
Contract your abdominal muscle to slowly curl the hips off the floor and into your chest. Focus your mind in your abs.(...)
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Abs Workout (5) – Russian Twist

Mun — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 02:19:49 +0000

Russian Twist is a great abdominal exercise for people who play baseball, hockey and golf. By fully stimulating the obliques which are the ab muscles at the sides, you will build stronger body power you need for faster swing, stronger throw and harder punches. The real reason why this exercise is known as Russian twist is unknown. But, some believe that the Russia trainers developed this workout for the top athletes during Cold War.(...)
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Abs Workout (4) – Plank

Mun — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:09:10 +0000

Plank is a good abdominal workout. Unlike crunches which abs is facing ceiling, in plank, your stomach is facing toward the floor. Plank does not only strengthen the abdominal muscles, it also improves the back and butt too.

Steps:

Face down on the floor and support your body with forearms and knees.
Raise your body. Support your body with toes and resting on the elbows. For beginner, you can rest on your knees first. Until you are very comfortable, then only you raise your body up.(...)
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Abs Workout (3) – Vertical Leg Crunch

Mun — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:34:51 +0000

Vertical Leg Crunch is an alternate version of the Basic Crunch. This version of crunch will ensure your lower back is always press against the floor whereas in basic crunch, some people have the tendency to raise the lower back.

Vertical leg crunch works the rectus abdominis. Just like Basic Crunch, it helps you getting a flat, toned stomach, provided you have a healthy diet and regular cardiovascular exercise.(...)
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Abs Workout (2) – Basic Crunches

Mun — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 01:48:26 +0000

Many people have weak abdominal and lower back, two muscle groups which are commonly neglected. Crunches strengthen and tone these muscles. There are many variations of crunch, but let’s look at the basic crunch this time. Basic crunch may look easy, but some people are doing it in poor form and making the workout less effective.

Steps To Do Crunch Correctly:

Lie on your back on an exercise mat or carpeted surface. Bend your knees with your feet to provide necessary support for your lower back. Your feet is planted firmly on the surface. Cross your arms over your chest.

Abs Workout (1) – Bicycle Maneuver or Bicycle Crunches

Mun — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:55:26 +0000

Bicycle Maneuver (Bicycle Crunch) is a great abdominal exercise to work on obliques (side of your abs) and rectus abs (the the long flat muscles along the front sides of the abdomen = 6-pack portion).

Steps:

Lie on your back on an exercise mat or carpeted surface. Make sure your lower back is pressed against the floor. Put your hands close to your head and fingers touch lightly on the side of our head.