Ab Toning Exercises

Basic:

If you are just getting started with your ab blasting regime, you might consider sticking with these basic exercises that don’t require weights, machines or other equipment:


Standard Crunch:

Lie on your back. Cross your arms and place them on your chest. Bend your knees. Slowly raise yourself up using your stomach muscles while pressing your lower back to the floor. As you reach the top of the crunch, slowly exhale. Then, slowly lower back down to the starting position. Repeat this process 20 to 25 times, then rest for about 90 seconds. Perform two to three more sets, while resting for 90 seconds between each.



Reverse Crunch:

Lie on your back. Raise your legs in the air and cross your ankles. Bend your knees slightly. Place your arms on the floor alongside of you. Rest your head on the floor while keeping your back straight. Slowly raise your hips about two inches off the floor. Keep your hips steady without rolling them backwards. Hold this position for about three seconds while squeezing your abdominal muscles. Slowly lower your hips back to the floor and repeat the process. Complete 20 reps, then take a 90 second break before completing two more sets.