Summer is the period of the year when many women become aware of the unattractive appearance of their belly. That’s why many of them use springtime to perform workouts that are good for the abdominal muscles. The fact is that a loosen belly is not attractive, but this can also indicate some more serious problems. So, instead of waiting for a certain season, start strengthening your abs today. Workouts specially designed for abs are great for strengthening the belly. Besides the fact that you will look much better, you will also lower the risk of occurrence of many different injuries. Several scientific studies have shown that the strengthening of abdominal muscles leads to strengthening of back muscles too.
We have created a short list of workouts for abs, and each of these workouts must be performed two times and at least three times a week for the best results.
Workout No.1
Lie on your back. Slowly extend the hands behind the head so that the body is aligned well. Take a deep breath and raise the arms above the head and gently lift the torso. Once you reach half way, exhale and keep the hands forward until you touch the toes. Once again, inhale deeply and return to the original position (exhale when you are half way to the position). Repeat ten times.
Workout No.2
Raise the legs up toward the ceiling and make sure that they are completely flat. Lower the right foot until it is in a position that is about 10 inches from the ground. Raise the shoulders and head and use the left hand to pull the back of the left leg (lightly pull it toward your body). Repeat this procedure ten times with each leg.
Workout No.3
Lie on your back – keep your knees bent and your feet on the ground. Take a deep breath and lean your chin to your chest. Exhale slowly and gently raise the neck and head. Your shoulders should be placed directly on the floor and raise your hands towards your feet. Stop for a moment and inhale. Gently return to the starting position and slowly exhale. Repeat this exercise eight times.
Workout No.4
Raise the feet up toward the ceiling. Breathe and stretch the abdominal muscles. Slowly exhale and raise the legs until they are about 5 inches off the ground. The back should remain on the ground all the time. Stop for a moment and inhale. Return the legs in the initial position and gently exhale. Repeat this exercise for ten times.
Workout No.5
Sit with the legs crossed and arms placed in front of the body in a position in which the fingers touch each other. Slowly inhale. The hips must stay straight and abdominal muscles stretched and tense. Slowly exhale and at the same time turn the body for about 45 degrees to the left. Get back in the starting position and perform the same procedure with the right side. Repeat this exercise ten times.
