Ab Toning Exercises With a Twist

These stomach exercises include twisting your body slightly to work the sides of your abs:

Twisting Windmill:


Lie on your back with your arms extended out to the sides. Raise your legs until they're perpendicular to the floor. Lower your legs to the left side of your body so you meet the floor a few inches away from your left hand, then bring them back to center. Repeat, lowering your legs to the opposite side. Do 12 reps.


The Bicycle:


Lie on your back and place your hands behind your head, with your fingers laced together. Next, bring your knees up to your chest and begin to rotate them at a 45-degree angle. The motion should resemble peddling a bicycle. As you are peddling, touch your left elbow to your right knee and then your right elbow to your left knee. Do 15 reps.