EXERCISE OF THE WEEK; Week 18

This move is great to activate your core, and it's also a fun way to mix in some cardio. As you rock backward and forward, think about controlling it all in your abs!

WEEK 18

ROCKIN ABS

(A)

 (B)

(C)

Proper Form: Sit up with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Wrap your arms around your legs and hold onto the outside of your ankles (A). Curl your head and chest forward, towards your knees. Scoop your core muscles in deeply (B) then roll your body back until your shoulders touch the ground (C). 

Don't roll so far that your neck or head touches the ground. 

Reverse the movement and roll back up to a seated position (A). Perform for desired reps, rest and repeat.

***TIP: Focus on slow, controlled movement.

Muscles Engaged: Your core muscles get the attention on this exercise.