If you want to transform your abs — and we mean really transform your abs — you're going to need to eat clean, train hard, and do this TRX [1] ab workout. TRX training [2] is a great tool for a stronger core [3] because you're constantly using all your muscles in your core and the rest of your body as stabilizers. This means your muscles are working harder and getting stronger. Get ready to see some major definition with this stomach-tightening workout.
Directions: Do each exercise for 30 seconds. Once all three are completed, take one to two minutes of rest. Repeat for three to four rounds.
TRX Mountain Climbers
- With the straps at mid-calf length, place your feet into each of the foot cradles.
- Lift your knees off the ground, coming into a plank position with your hands directly underneath your shoulders. Your back should be flat and your core should be engaged (there should be no arch or dip of the torso visible).
- Bring your left knee to your left elbow, then return to your starting position. Bring the right knee to your right elbow. This completes one rep. As you become familiar with the movement, begin to pick up the pace.
- Be sure to avoid sawing (the handles move up and down) the TRX by putting even weight into the foot cradles.
- Repeat for 30 seconds.
TRX Knee Tucks
- With the straps at mid-calf length, place your feet into each of the foot cradles.
- Lift your knees off the ground, coming into a plank position with your hands directly underneath your shoulders. Your back should be flat and your core should be engaged (there should be no arch or dip of the torso visible).
- Bring both knees in toward your elbows at the same time. Extend your legs, returning to your starting position. This completes one rep.
- Repeat for 30 seconds.
TRX Pikes
- With the straps at mid-calf length, place your feet into each of the foot cradles.
- Lift your knees off the ground, coming into a plank position with your hands directly underneath your shoulders. Your back should be flat and your core should be engaged (there should be no arch or dip of the torso visible).
- Pretend there is a string attached to your tailbone as you lift your hips up toward the ceiling (as high as your mobility allows). Lower back down into your plank position. This completes one rep.
- Repeat for 30 seconds.