10 minute abs routine

Posted by on Jul 22, 2011 in Uncategorized | Comments Off on 10 minute abs routine

Today we will target the same muscle group, the obliques. I can assure you that this 5 exercises for your abdominal wall and your core will make the difference in terms of strength and muscle definition. My Pilates clients love this core exercises! Next week I will explain different exercises, I will target the butt and thighs.
Exercise # 5
The Twist.
1-Lie on your back with both knees bent and your feet on the floor. Hands behind your head, supporting your head. Remember to keep your elbows out at all times!
2-Inhale and curl up, just a couple of inches off the floor. You need to keep the tip of your shoulder blades on the floor.
3-From there, pull your stomach and your ribs in, twist your torso to one side and then to the other side. Exhale every time you twist your torso.
4-Rest your back and head down.
5-Do 5 repetitions on each side, alternating sides. Always rest after every repetition.
6-Do 3 sets of 10 repetitions each.