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Tag: ab workouts
Teaser Prep with Inner Thigh Addition
Get the most out of our core work by adding some inner thigh work! Engaging your inner thighs makes it easier to engage your low abs. So why not add some inner thigh work to your core work? The best way to do this is to use a little ball. Think about how your pant […]
Read MoreDownward Dog to Plank Exercise, Double and Single Leg
Work your shoulders, arms, legs and core all in one with this downward dog to plank exercise! As long as you can do a downward dog and a full plank* this exercise is an excellent, advanced, time-saving option for your core workout. It is also an exercise appropriate for pregnancy. Just be certain, if you […]
Read MoreBird Dog with Variations
An excellent core workout for all levels! This exercise is used by pilates instructors, personal trainers and physical therapists as a great way to build up core muscles, especially low core muscles. However, jumping in without any solid instruction means that you might not be getting the most out of this exercise. In this video, […]
Read MoreSide-Lying Oblique Torso Lifts
Try this challenging but fun oblique exercise! This exercise is great for slimming your sides and strengthening your obliques. If you don’t have a friend to hold your feet you can slip them under a very low table or cabinet or press them up against a wall. Be certain to keep your hips stacked on […]
Read MoreOblique Torso Rotation with Theraband
Work your obliques without bending! (No twisting necessary either!) Two versions of standing oblique exercises to try if you have a theraband or cable machine. Both versions will hold steady from the waist down, no movement in the hips as you resist the pull of the band or turn through the torso. The first version […]
Read MoreOblique Exercise with Leg Over a Chair or Barre
Work your obliques with this all-inclusive exercise! Obliques help you side bend and twist*. This exercise works both those functions of your obliques! Be sure you pull your belly button back toward your spine so you really work your obliques and don’t strain your back. Only bend as far as you can control with your […]
Read MoreStanding Side Bend Oblique Exercise with Dumbbell
This standing oblique side bend using a dumbbell or kettlebell is a great way to work your obliques from a standing position. If you have trouble getting down on the floor to do other kinds of oblique work or if your shoulders prevent you from doing even incline side planks, give this one a try. […]
Read MoreIn-Home 20 Minute Workout
Our last four mini workouts have been combined so you can follow along for a 20-30 minute workout that works your arms, back, legs, and abs plus finishes with a stretch! Make sure to pause the video where you need more time to finish the amount of reps you want or to do the second […]
Read MoreUpper and Lower Ab workout
Join us on the mat for several progressions for strengthening your lower and upper abs. All of these position your neck safely and in a way that is comfortable for most. You might also love that these exercises are all SMALL and PRECISE movements. No need to sit up all the way, throw your legs […]
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