The Best Abdominal Exercises

Athletes need a strong core foundation for powerful movements and abdominal exercises can be a large component of the program. Here are some of the most effective exercises for strengthening and firming your abdominal muscles and building core stability. If you are looking for a new ab workout, vary these ab exercises to create a solid core workout.

Remember that getting great abs takes more than ab exercise alone. It also takes proper nutrition alonand a complete fitness routine.

Perform several (3-5) abdominal exercises 3-5 times a week. Start with exercises and repetitions that are comfortable for your fitness level and as you improve increase the number of repetitions. You do not need to do all the exercises; simply select those that work well for you and vary your routine over the months. Bicycle Crunch Exercise. This ab exercise generally ranks at the top of the list of best ab exercises if done properly. Captain's Chair Exercise. Another great one, but you need equipment (or creativity) for this one. Ab Crunch on an Exercise Ball. I bet you have an exercise ball at home. Single Leg Bridge Exercise. The best unknown core exercise. Vertical Leg Crunch. Ouch! Long Arm Crunch. Another version of a favorite. Reverse Crunch. Kick up the feet with the torso holding steady. Plank (Hover) Exercise . A basic from Yoga. Traditional (Basic) Abdominal Crunch Crossover Crunch. Good for the obliques! Seated Oblique Twists with Medicine Ball. Tough, but effective. Oblique Crunch. You know this one. Plank on a Balance Ball. Take the basic plank to a new level. Alternating Supermans. Don't forget to work the posterior chain. V-Sit Exercise. Double ouch! Oblique Twist with Medicine Ball

Do This: Quick Core Workout.
By combining some of the best core exercises performed one after another, you will get an effective core workout that is also great as a part of your warm ups and cool downs.

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