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Get Lifted: Reverse Dumbbell Crunch
Crunches are a standard ab exercise that many of us try to avoid. Some just dislike crunches immensely and some are bored by the endless repetition. To keep your abs strong and your mind engaged while you engage you abs, you need to mix it up and do variations like this Dumbbell Crunch.
Work It Girl: At Your Desk Abs
Sitting at your desk doesn't mean you can't work on toning your mid-section. You can work your belly at work without your boss ever knowing you're doing some strength training on the job. All you need to do is pull your navel to your spine, the most basic Pilates move.
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"Ab"solutely Don't Overwork Your Abs!
I know that bikini season is approaching fast. I also know that we are all looking to get those abs in tip-top shape; with this in mind, many of us have the tendency to go a little ab crazy right now. However, if you overwork them, you may be doing more harm than good.
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Get on the Ball: Abdominal Twist
I love using an exercise ball to tone my middle. The Bicycle Crunch is a great move, but if you're looking for a new one to try, here's one called Abdominal Twist. It's similar but targets your lower abs and obliques.
Let Pilates Move You: Twisted Obliques
If your abdominal strengthening routine is feeling stale, why not put a twist on it?
This variation on the basic "sit-up" targets the obliques. Try it at home or the gym soon and let us know what you think of it.
Pilates Video: Saw Off Your Baby Toe
Looking for a way to work your abs and stretch your back at the same time!!! I love multitasking exercises like this one with one of the best names in the Pilates repertoire Saw off your baby toe.
Try it.
Kourtney Kardashian Already Prepping Her Belly Bandit
Kourtney Kardashian isn't due until December, but she's already planning how she will get her body back and lose the 30 pounds she's gained during pregnancy. Life & Style reports the tiny reality star is already a fan of the Belly Bandit, a beloved "abdominal compression binder" designed to shrink the stomach after delivery. In fact, Kourtney, who has kept up her exercise regime throughout her pregnancy, is even lending her name to a forthcoming limited edition Belly Bandit.
ExerciseTV: Belly Bulge Blast
Feel like you need to blast you belly back into action after your Thanksgiving feast? This short, full-body workout targets the abs while working the arms and glutes, too! During the busy holiday season it can be difficult to find time to workout, so when I saw this brief yet powerful workout over at ExerciseTV, I knew I wanted to share it with you.
Got Back Pain? Try Pilates
You all know that I love Pilates. I started practicing the method because of chronic back pain. After trying physical therapy and yoga, it was doing Pilates regularly that got me out of pain.
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