Originally Posted by 19819

Crunch Your Core
An oldy but goody, this classic abdominal crunch will flatten and tone your belly. Plus, it’ll strengthen your core muscles, including your back, hips and spine. Give it a go!


Step 1: Lie on a mat on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Make a fist with one hand and place it between your chin and collarbone. With your other hand, grasp your wrist. (This will prevent you from leading with your head and straining your neck.)


Step 2: Without moving your lower body, exhale and slowly curl your upper torso until your shoulder blades are off the ground.


Step 3: Hold for 1 second.


Step 4: Inhale as you slowly lower yourself to the starting position.


Step 5: Repeat three times without resting.