13 Finisher Exercises to Build Muscle in Every Body Part

Ah the six-pack. The goal of most every fitness enthusiast. A tight, lean, shredded stomach not only looks great, but also feels great and builds more confidence. Let's face it, a chiseled midsection is something we all strive to strut. Unfortunately, not everyone is willing to put in the time and effort to build this work of art. For those that do however, the rewards are well worth the struggle.

Consuming the proper food is the first step to getting those washboard abs. The next step is to stick with a training program that targets the abs and strengthens the core. The following workout will steer you on the right path. Stay the course and you will soon sculpt a rock-solid six-pack worthy of admiration.


Plank saw

Plank saw sixpack
How to:

    Get into position, supporting yourself on your forearms.
    Engage your abs, then raise your hips so that your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
    Hold this position, then move your body forwards so your head goes past your hands, then pull back.

Sets: 3 Time: 30sec Rest: 10sec

Reverse Crunch

How to:

    Lay flat on your back, keep arms pressed down at sides for leverage
    Raise knees to chest, then slowly lower until your feet graze the ground

    Sets: 3 Time: 30sec Rest: 10sec

Rolling plank

Rolling planks benefit your core back sides and posture using bodyweightHow to:

    Get into position, supporting yourself on your forearms.
    Engage your abs, then raise your hips so that your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
    Hold this position, then roll one hip downwards, then rotate your hips up and over to the other side.

Time: 30sec Rest: 10sec

Plank shoulder tap

How to:

    Start in the top press-up position but with your feet slighter wider apart.
    Keep your abs and glutes engaged to hold this position, then lift one hand off the floor and tap your opposite shoulder.
    Return it and repeat with your other hand, then keep repeating.

Time: 30sec Rest: 60sec

Cross Crunch

How to:

    Lay back and place ankle on opposite knee
    Crunch forward to bring elbow up to opposite knee for one rep
   
Time: 30sec Rest: 60sec (each side)


Plank jack

How to:

    From the plank position, engage your abs.
    Without letting your hips sag, jump both feet out to the sides, then back in.
    Continue repeating this movement.

Time: 30sec Rest: 10sec

Heel Touch

How to:

    Slightly raise upper back off the ground
    Crunch side to side using obliques
    Left heel touch + right heel touch = 1 rep
   Time: 30sec Rest: 60sec (each side)