This exercise targets: abdominal muscles, especially lower and side abdominals
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Sit on the exercise mat with your back slightly leaned back. Lean on your hands and position them behind your back. Your knees are bent and your calves are parallel to the floor. Point your lower body toward your left, while the torso remains straight throughout the exercise.
Start working with your side abdominals by pushing your knees to the right and left. Alternate sides.
Tips:
Advanced: Place your hands at the level of your chest and perform the exercise slower.
If you want to make this exercise even harder, place a dumbbell between your feet.
Work with your abdominals and not your legs.
Breathe naturally and do not hold your breath.
Beginners: 10 repetitions on each side
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions on each side
Advanced level: 20 repetitions on each side
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Sit on the exercise mat with your back slightly leaned back. Lean on your hands and position them behind your back. Your knees are bent and your calves are parallel to the floor. Point your lower body toward your left, while the torso remains straight throughout the exercise.
Start working with your side abdominals by pushing your knees to the right and left. Alternate sides.
Tips:
Advanced: Place your hands at the level of your chest and perform the exercise slower.
If you want to make this exercise even harder, place a dumbbell between your feet.
Work with your abdominals and not your legs.
Breathe naturally and do not hold your breath.
Beginners: 10 repetitions on each side
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions on each side
Advanced level: 20 repetitions on each side