In my opinion, everyone should spend more time focusing on core strength instead of their core aesthetic. I'm not saying don't have the goal of getting chiseled abs; I'm just saying core strength is more important. Why? Because your core is involved in everything you do. Every time you sneeze, cough, laugh, walk, and pick something up, your core muscles are working.
Here Are 4 Ab Exercises to Do Instead
1- Roman Knee Raises
Key Points:
- Make sure shoulders are stable.
- Don’t swing legs, controlled movement is KEY!
- Try to feel lower abs working
Sets: 2
Reps: 12- 15
Rest: 20 – 25 seconds.
2- Lying Leg Raises
Key Points:
- Lay flat on the floor with (bend at knees if too hard)
- Try to point heel outwards
- Hands at side not under hips!
- Controlled movement, try to feel your abs working.
Sets: 2
Reps: 12 – 15
Rest: 20 – 25 seconds.
3- Belly Blasters
Key Points:
- Get into plank position on toes.
- Raise hips high and then lower into plank position.
- Tighten abs at the lower position and hold & squeeze for 3 second2.
- Extremely important to contract abs at the lower position.
Sets: 2
Reps: 12- 15
Rest: 20 – 25 seconds
4- Side Planks
Key Points:
- Elbows directly below shoulders.
- Don’t let hips dip too low.
- Body should straight from toes to shoulders.
- Tighten abdominal region, but don’t hold your breath.
Sets: 2
Reps: Hold for 30 – 60 seconds.
Rest: 20 – 25 seconds.
