CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It's time to get fit with Motivational Fitness Coach, Meghan Trainor.
Meghan knows, many of us, have grown up working our abs by laying on our backs doing sit ups.
You have some different ways to get the same abdominal work but standing up.
Our abs and core are so important to every movement we perform. Whether you are sitting or standing, or picking something up, when moving your core, your abs need to be strong and effective.
"Don't forget this exercise is designed for any fitness level" says Trainor
Exercise 1: Cross body Crunch - great for upper and lower abs as well as the obliques; 20 repetitions
Exercise 2: Elbow to knee tuck – another exercise for the obliques; 20 repetitions
Exercise 3: Windmill – great for the lower abs and hamstrings add weights to kick it up a notch
Exercise 4: Oblique Hinge – work specifically targeting the obliques. Go slow on the exercise and breathe.
Exercise 5: Stir The Pot – It reminds you of a dance move but the entire abs are engaged in this exercise.
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