Best Abdominal Exercises For Women

As bikini season draws near, let me remind you: it is time to draw your navel to your spine and work your abs. Here are nine great exercises for toning your mid section. Remember, the ol' Pilates trick of pulling the belly button in ensures that you're working the deepest ab muscle, which helps create a sleek midriff.

The exercises are divided into three sections: upper abs, obliques, and lower abs. You can either pick one exercise from each section, or perform two to three sets of each exercise. Or pick two exercises from each section and do one to two sets. For really busting boredom, do one set of all nine exercises.

Combining these exercises with regular cardio will get your belly beach ready.

Here is a printable PDF of the workout to take to the gym or tape to your fridge to remind you to stop neglecting your abs.