What makes ab workouts even better? Versatility — aka being able to do them wherever, whenever. Kira Stokes, a NASM-certified personal trainer who works with celebs like Candace Cameron Bure, recently shared a three-move, "do-anywhere" ab circuit. The best part? She does it on a paddleboard in beautiful Aruba but says you can absolutely (and preferably) do this on stable ground.
Stokes mentioned in her Instagram caption that she's performed this circuit at the gym. The paddleboard, because of its instability, added an extra challenge that "will rock your core even more." Paddleboard or no paddleboard, consider giving this quick bodyweight routine a try.
Of course, make sure you're properly warmed up first (here's a rundown of how to engage your core). Stokes says to do the entire circuit three times through nonstop.
Watch Stokes demonstrate these three moves in the Instagram video above. To modify them — because the circuit is relatively advanced — try a normal bicycle crunch, seated knee tucks as opposed to V-ups, and a regular bird dog on all fours. Would you give this a shot when you're looking for something quick or add it to your workout as an ab burner? Stokes thinks you should.