To make the most of this 10-minute ab workout, we collected five exercises that target the abs but offer additional benefits. Not only does that make the workout more fun, but it makes it more effective, too.
Equipment needed: None
Directions: After warming up with two minutes of light cardio (find inspiration here), perform each exercise for 45 seconds, keeping good form, before moving to the next. Repeat the circuit twice through.
Exercises:
Keep reading for detailed descriptions, including photos, of each exercise.
Work your legs and abs with this one move.
Work your abs to stabilize your torso as you alternate circling your arms while holding a plank.
Not only does this exercise work the abs, but it also provides a nice stretch for your back and outer hip.
This classic Pilates ab exercise provides a great hamstring stretch, too.
We love how this move works the arms and the abs while raising the heart rate — triple win.