We get it: the ultimate way to show off your hard-earned gains in the gym is to have shimmering, chiselled abs of steel. Luckily, this ultimate core workout, made up of different abs workouts, is an intensive all-over toning routine to get you from A to Teyana Taylor hotness.
Why are abs workouts important?
We’re so glad you asked! Having a strong midsection is far more beneficial than an iconic crop top moment. It’s imperative for stellar posture, which supports the spine. A good posture is so much more than looking great in outfits and appearing slimmer, too. It prevents injury, aches and pains and even reduces wear and tear on your joints. Translation: you can push back purchasing a walking stick.
That’s not all: doing this core workout will support your body in other ways. It naturally elevates every workout or sport, since the force you produce is far greater when your powerful midsection is behind it. A muscly midsection protects your internal organs, alleviates back pain, improves your running, burns fat… the list is endless.
How to do this *ultimate* core workout
Fitness Trainer and Owner of FIT BEST Training, Renché Seyffert, created this workout for all levels. Here’s how:
When to do it
Add this routine to the end of your regular workouts two to three times a week. This abs workout takes just 12 minutes to complete. Short on time? Pick just one or two combos and repeat for as much time as you have!
How to time it
For best results, try working for 50 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds between each move. But you can scale things, depending on your level.
Beginners: Use the 40/20 principle. work for 40 seconds then rest for 20 seconds.
Make it harder: Add extra weights to each move, either on your legs, weight plates (for advanced movers only) or use dumbbells.
Ready, steady… work!
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The Ultimate Core Workout
Combo 1
50 seconds – Shoulder taps (targeting the core and shoulders)
10 seconds rest
50 seconds – High plank knee circles (targeting the core and hip flexors)
10 seconds rest
50 seconds – Combination: 2x shoulder taps; 2x knee circles; repeat for time
10 seconds rest
Combo 2
50 seconds – Commandos (targeting the core and arms)
10 seconds rest
50 seconds – Plank jacks (targeting the core and legs, while increasing the heart rate)
10 seconds rest
50 seconds – Combination: 2x commandos and 2x jacks, repeat for time
10 seconds rest
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Combo 3
50 seconds – Tricep dips in bridge position (targeting the core and triceps)
10 seconds rest
50 seconds – Toe taps in bridge position (targeting the core)
10 seconds rest
50 seconds – Combination: 1x tricep dip; 2x toe taps, repeat for time
10 seconds rest
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Combo 4
50 seconds – High plank reaches (targeting the core and shoulders)
10 seconds rest
50 seconds – High plank leg lifts (targeting the core and glutes)
10 seconds rest
50 seconds – Combination: 2x reaches; 2x leg lifts, repeat for time
10 seconds rest
Check out the entire workout here: