This exercise targets: abdominal muscles, especially side abdominals
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Lie down on your left side and lean on your left hand. Your legs should be a few inches off the floor. They are straight with your toes pointed forward. With your side abdominal muscles, pull your torso and your upper arm up, and to the side. Hold your legs straight, and off the floor, throughout the exercise -- do not move them. Return to the starting position and repeat. Lie down on your right side and repeat the same movement.
Tips:
Lean on your hand, not your forearm.
Make sure to keep your legs as straight as possible.
The exercise is easier if you rest your legs on the floor.
Advanced: Perform this exercise with a light dumbbell in your working hand.
Exhale during the effort or lifting phase and inhale during the lowering phase.
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
Lie down on your left side and lean on your left hand. Your legs should be a few inches off the floor. They are straight with your toes pointed forward. With your side abdominal muscles, pull your torso and your upper arm up, and to the side. Hold your legs straight, and off the floor, throughout the exercise -- do not move them. Return to the starting position and repeat. Lie down on your right side and repeat the same movement.
Tips:
Lean on your hand, not your forearm.
Make sure to keep your legs as straight as possible.
The exercise is easier if you rest your legs on the floor.
Advanced: Perform this exercise with a light dumbbell in your working hand.
Exhale during the effort or lifting phase and inhale during the lowering phase.
Beginners: 10 repetitions on each side
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions on each side
Advanced level: 20 repetitions on each side