subject: 5 Simple Steps For Great Abs and a Tight Core [print this page] In the same position as you were in from Step 1, bring your knees up to a 90 degree angle. Cross your arms over your chest and lift your upper torso just enough to feel a burn in your upper oblique muscles. Don't worry about coming all the way up. Your objective here is short repetitions and a hasty range of movement.
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Now that you are working your upper and lower oblique muscles a tight core is on its way. Your next concentration should be the sides of your torso. You can work these by laying on your sides on your bed. With your legs hanging half way off the bed, raise the top half of your body while maintaining your sideways position. You'll know if you're doing it right when your sides start to burn. Flip to the other side and do the inverse. Your external abdominal oblique muscles, or "wings", will complete your tight core.
Now to each is own. Some have different pain tolerances than others so know your limitations. Make a consistent schedule and do these exercises in sets that fit your comfort level. If you can try to invest in The Bean,because it did wonders for my wife of five kids. Of course, if you truly want a tight core you have to push yourself.You can do it, just stay committed and visualize yourself with that tight core you have always wanted.
