Shape Up Size Down ~ Find Your Abs Workout

Work those abs!

Start toning, tightening and defining your abs with this workout! A lot of people ask if they should begin a workout program after losing weight. My answer, “Start working out today, regardless of your weight and size.” Working out has countless benefits and one of those is contributing to weight loss while at the same time helping to shape up our bodies.

Our ab workout will be done completely on the floor…so no getting up and down.

Equipment Needed: water for hydration, yoga mat . This routine targets the abdominal muscles and obliques.

What to Do: Perform the following routine 2 times. If you have difficulty, do the best you can, that’s all I ask. Perform each exercise for 20 reps or 10 each side as needed depending on the exercise. Rest 20 seconds after each workout. Watch the videos below for correct form.

Exercises:

1. Toe Taps
2. Mason Twist – twist as far as you can
3. Foot to Foot Crunch –  raise your head off the ground if possible
4. Criss Cross

Toe Taps

Mason Twist

Foot to Foot Crunch

Criss Cross

Exercise and health are matters that vary from person to person. Participants of this workout should speak with their doctors about their individual needs before starting any exercise program. This Web site is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice and supervision of your personal physician. Any application of the recommendations set forth in the following pages is at the viewer’s discretion and sole risk. See your physician before beginning any exercise program. This is especially important if your family has a history of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, arthritis, obesity, cigarette smoking, or other health conditions.