The Weider Ab Shaper is a fitness product designed to assist the user in exercises that target the body's abdominal muscles. The device consists of a series of metal tubes joined to a support frame; a bend in the middle of the frame allows the user to rock the device back and forth as necessary, while an attached cushion supports the weight of the head. The exercises intended for use with the device are very straightforward; however, slight variations can increase the difficulty of a given exercise, if desired.
Beginner
Step 1
Place the exercise mat on the ground. Position the Ab Shaper over the mat such that the cushioned end of the device will make contact with the mat during a workout. Recline on the mat and place your head on the cushion. Grip the handlebars near the ends of the handles.
Step 2
Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground. Use your abdominal muscles to curl your torso forward to a forty-five degree angle, then slowly return to your original position. Perform ten to fifteen repetitions, then lift your feet an inch off the ground and perform ten to fifteen repetitions.
Step 3
Twist your hips in one direction until your legs are roughly parallel to the ground; keep your knees bent. Curl your torso forward to a forty-five degree angle, then slowly return to your original position. Perform five to seven repetitions, then twist your hips in the opposite direction and perform a new set of repetitions.
Intermediate
Step 1
Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground. Keep your legs together and lift your knees upwards until your thighs are roughly perpendicular to the ground. Curl your torso forward to a forty-five degree angle, then recline backwards while keeping your knees raised. Perform ten to fifteen repetitions.
Step 2
Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground. Curl your torso forward to a forty-five degree angle and bring your knees towards your chest as you move. Slowly return to your original position. Perform ten to fifteen repetitions.
Step 3
Twist your hips in one direction until your legs are roughly parallel to the ground; keep your knees bent and lift your legs an inch off the ground. Curl your torso forward to a forty-five degree angle, then slowly return to your original position. Perform five to seven repetitions, then twist your hips in the opposite direction and perform a new set of repetitions.
Advanced
Step 1
Extend your legs and lift them up until they are perpendicular to the ground. Curl your torso forward to a forty-five degree angle, then slowly return to your original position. Perform ten to fifteen repetitions.
Step 2
Extend your legs and lift them an inch off the ground. Curl your torso forward to a forty-five degree angle and bring your knees to your chest. Slowly return to your original position; do not allow your feet to touch the ground. Perform ten to fifteen repetitions.
Step 3
Extend your legs and lift them an inch off the ground. Curl your torso forward to a forty-five degree angle and bring your knees to your chest, twisting your hip to one side as you move. Slowly return to your original position. Perform five to seven repetitions, then shift your hip movements to the opposite side and perform a new set of repetitions.
Things You'll Need
- Exercise mat
- Ab Shaper
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