Good exercises for perfect abs target the abdominals from different angles so the abdomen tones up in all areas. The abs are not just one muscle. There are the rectus abdominus, transverse abdominus and obliques which make up the abdominal muscles that cover the abdominal contents vertically, horizontally and that cross on the sides.
Hip Raises
Hip raises are one of the exercises recommended for perfect abs. Hip raises are a relatively well-known abdominal exercise, though not quite as known as crunches. To perform hip raises, lie on your back and hold your legs perpendicular to the floor with your arms at your sides. Then, lift your hips off the ground as if reaching for the ceiling with your feet. Keep your entire upper body relaxed. Lower your back down to floor.
Catches
Catches are an abdominal exercise that works the rectus abdominus and obliques. To perform this exercise, lie face up on the floor with your knees bent slightly and feet on the floor. Hold your arms straight in front of you with your palms facing toward the floor and your fingers pointing toward your quads. Next, curl your upper body toward the ceiling and reach for your left knee with your right hand so that your right shoulder leaves the floor. Lie back to the floor and repeat the exercise, but reach for your right knee.
V-Crunches
V-crunches are a challenging exercise for your transverse abdominus and rectus abdominus. To perform V-crunches, extend your legs straight at a 45-degree angle to the floor and position your torso to make a "V" shape with your legs by leaning back. Always maintain a flat back during this exercise. Use your arms to support your upper body by placing them on the floor. Sitting on a bench is an alternative position for this exercise. Pull your bent knees toward your chest and then extend them straight again.
Vertical Bench Leg Raises
The vertical bench leg raises use a vertical bench, also called a captains chair or roman chair. To do this exercise, sit on the vertical bench with your forearms on the arm rests. Hold onto the handles. Lower your legs straight so they form a straight line with your upper body. Next, raise your legs up toward your chest with a slight bend in the knees. Pull the hips upward too. Reverse the movement.
An easier version of this exercise is bent-leg raises. This version is better for beginners to prepare for the straight leg version.
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