Working the abs is not the most enjoyable part of a workout for many people. Successful abdominal work takes discipline and intensity and is often quite uncomfortable. You can work your abs on machines or with different body-weight exercises or even free weights. For a change of pace, you might try using resistance bands as part of your abdominal work.
Step 1
Stand on the middle of the band with your feet about hip-width apart. Cross the band in front of your body and hold a handle in each hand. Hold the handles over by your left hip, and then pivot on your left toe and swing your arms up and across your body. Finish with your hands by your right shoulder. Return to the start and repeat. Do the exercise on both sides, and twist with your midsection on each movement.
Step 2
Sit on the edge of a sturdy chair with your feet through the handles of the resistance band and the band toward your upper body. Bend your wrists back and position the band along the back of your hands. Hold the band up near your shoulders. Lean back to 45 degrees and pull your left knee in while twisting your upper body to point your right elbow at your left knee. Switch to the opposite side and continue the motion.
Step 3
Loop one end of a resistance band around a fixed object that won't move, like a couch leg. Balance in a side plank position on your forearm and side of your bottom foot, a few feet away from the couch. Keep your elbow under your shoulder. Grab the loose end of the band with your top hand and pull it slowly to your side. Hold it for a moment and then reach it back out and repeat. Stay in the plank position throughout the exercise and do it on both sides.
Things You'll Need
- Resistance bands
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