Short on time? Want to stay in shape? This 10 Minute Ab Workout is a quick routine that takes just 10 minutes and will help you maintain a flat, toned stomach. A strong core helps improve posture and relieve lower back pain. Let’s explore a selection of 5 effective exercises to work your abdominal muscles in just 10 minutes a day.
All you need is a floor mat, a towel, a timer, your determination, and a positive attitude.
10 Minute AB Workout: Exercises to Perform
Each exercise should be performed for 30 to 60 seconds with a 15-30 second rest between each one.
1. Abdominal crunches
Lying on your back with your legs bent and feet on the floor, place your hands behind your head without pulling on your neck. Contract your abdominal muscles and slightly lift your head, shoulders, and upper back toward your knees. Lower yourself gently without letting your shoulders touch the floor and keeping your abdominal muscles contracted at all times. Repeat the movement.
2. The plank
Get into a push-up position, but rest on your forearms instead of your hands. Your elbows should be aligned with your shoulders and the rest of your body should form a straight line from your heels to your head. Tighten your abs and hold this position for 30 to 60 seconds, making sure your back stays straight.
3. Leg lifts
Lie down on the mat with your arms alongside your body or under your buttocks for better support. Slowly lift both legs straight up until they form a 90-degree angle with the floor. Then lower them just as slowly until they are a few inches from the floor without touching it. Repeat the exercise for the specified duration.
4. Mountain climbers
Get into a push-up position with your arms straight. Form a V shape with your index finger and thumb to stabilize your wrists. Alternately bring your right and left knees toward your chest at a fairly fast pace. Keep your hips low and stable to effectively engage your abdominal muscles.
5. Scissors
Lying on your back with your hands under your buttocks, lift both legs slightly off the ground so that your lower back does not arch. Perform scissor movements by alternately lifting one leg and then the other. Again, your back should remain flat on the ground and your abdominal muscles should be constantly contracted throughout the exercise.
When should you do it during the day?
-You need to find 10 minutes, just 10 minutes, come on, make a little effort!
-We recommend doing this routine either in the morning before breakfast.
The benefits of a morning workout:
-Wake up your body: a few exercises first thing in the morning will wake up your whole body and prepare your muscles for the day ahead.
–Burn fat: your stomach is empty when you wake up, so exercising on an empty stomach promotes fat burning. Let’s not get carried away—10 minutes is a bit short, but it’s a great start.
-Improved discipline: a regular routine requires rigor and perseverance, two qualities that can be beneficial in all aspects of daily life.
You can also do this routine in the evening before dinner.
How many times a week should you do this routine?
The more diligent you are, the better your results will be! We recommend doing this routine 4 to 5 times a week and sticking with it over time 🙂
When you think about it, it only takes 40 to 50 minutes a week to tone your stomach. Ultimately, doing this ab routine regularly is simply a way of taking care of yourself.
At a rate of 4 to 5 times a week, you’ll start to see results after a month! Of course, if you eat a balanced diet, you’ll be able to tone your abs even faster.
Don’t wait any longer, start this 10-minute ab routine today!
