Beyond Crunches: 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Core
We all dream of flaunting well-toned abs. And what do we do to achieve that? We crunch. But is it the right approach? Your daily fitness regime needs to have a balance between cardio and weight training. There is no short cut to achieving washboard abs, just leave crunches alone and pair them with other exercises that focus on your core strength and on increasing your stamina. Here are our top favourites.
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Beyond Crunches: 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Core
We all dream of flaunting well-toned abs. And what do we do to achieve that? We crunch. But is it the right approach? Your daily fitness regime needs to have a balance between cardio and weight training. There is no short cut to achieving washboard abs, just leave crunches alone and pair them with other exercises that focus on your core strength and on increasing your stamina. Here are our top favourites.Beyond Crunches: 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Core
Planks
From the standard plank position to its many variations, this exercise is great for your core.Beyond Crunches: 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Core
Cycling
This one burns calories and helps cutting unwanted belly fat.Beyond Crunches: 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Core
Bridge
It also works on toning glutes and lower back muscles.Beyond Crunches: 5 Ways to Strengthen Your Core
Yoga
There are many asanas that are great for core strength. Boat pose, also known as Naukasana, is one of the most effective postures.
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