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Ab Crunch

Ab Crunch Everyone has done the simple crunch before; sometimes, however, sometimes simple is best. Use the crunch to flatten your stomach and strengthen your core.
Description
  1. Lay down on your back with your hands locked together behind your head. Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor.
  2. Flex your abs and raise your chest towards your knees as you exhale.
  3. No inhale and lower back to the original position.
Things to Keep in Mind
  • This is not a situp and you are not required to raise all the way; rather, focus on getting a good flex from your abs.
Visual Aids

Proper Ab Crunch Form
Muscles Works Abdominals (Abs).
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Lying Leg Lifts

Lying Leg Lifts This very simple exercise is surprisingly tougher than it looks. Use Lying Leg Lifts for a good core workout that doesn’t require any weights.
Description
  1. Lay down flat on your back; relax and straighten your legs.
  2. Place your hands under your butt with palms facing down. This helps support your back.
  3. Raise your legs 4-6 inches off the ground, flex your abs and hold for the time designated by your workout plan.
  4. Lower your legs back to the ground and rest.
Things to Keep in Mind
  • Raise your legs slightly higher up if you feel pain in your back.
  • Breathe and focus on keeping your legs straight throughout the exercise.
Visual Aids

Proper Lying Leg Lift Form
Muscles Works Rectus Abdominus (Abs) and Spinae Erectors (Lower Back).
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