At-Home Ab Workout with a Pillow | At-Home Workouts | SHAPE

Hey there, welcome to another at-home workout session with me! Today, we’re going to be tackling a killer ab workout using just a simple pillow. I’m so excited to guide you through this workout and help you strengthen and tone those abs. So grab your pillow and let’s get started!

Before we jump into the workout, I want to emphasize the importance of proper form throughout each exercise. It’s crucial to engage your core and focus on controlled movements to really target those ab muscles. Remember to listen to your body and take breaks as needed. Let’s make every rep count!

We’ll start with a quick warm-up to get our bodies ready for the workout ahead. Let’s begin with some dynamic stretches to loosen up those muscles. Start with arm circles, leg swings, and torso twists to get your blood flowing and your muscles warmed up.

Now that we’re all warmed up, grab your pillow and let’s dive into the workout! We have a series of exercises that will target different areas of your core, including your upper and lower abs, obliques, and even your transverse abdominis. Let’s get ready to feel that burn!

Exercise 1: Pillow Crunches

Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Place the pillow under your lower back for support. Engage your core and lift your shoulders off the ground, reaching towards the ceiling. Hold for a second and then lower back down. Repeat for 15 reps.

Exercise 2: Pillow Twists

Start in the same position as the crunches, but this time, hold the pillow in your hands at chest level. Engage your core and twist your torso to the right, bringing the pillow towards the outside of your right hip. Return to center and then twist to the left side. Continue alternating sides for 20 reps.

Exercise 3: Pillow Leg Raises

Lie flat on your back with the pillow under your lower back. Keep your legs straight and lift them towards the ceiling, engaging your lower abs. Slowly lower your legs towards the floor, being careful not to arch your back. Lift back up to the starting position and repeat for 12 reps.

Exercise 4: Pillow Plank Knee Tucks

Start in a plank position with your hands on the floor shoulder-width apart and the pillow under your shins. Engage your core and bring your knees towards your chest, using the pillow to slide them in. Extend your legs back out to plank position and repeat for 15 reps.

Exercise 5: Pillow Russian Twists

Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Hold the pillow in front of you with both hands. Lean back slightly, engaging your core, and twist your torso to the right, bringing the pillow towards the outside of your right hip. Return to center and twist to the left side. Continue alternating sides for 20 reps.

Exercise 6: Pillow Bicycle Crunches

Start lying on your back with the pillow under your lower back for support. Lift your legs off the ground and bend your knees at a 90-degree angle. Bring your right elbow towards your left knee, engaging your obliques. Switch sides and repeat for 20 reps, moving in a bicycle motion.

Exercise 7: Pillow Mountain Climbers

Start in a plank position with your hands on the floor shoulder-width apart and the pillow under your shins. Drive your knees towards your chest in a running motion, keeping your core engaged. Pick up the pace and continue for 30 seconds.

Phew, that was tough but so worth it! Congratulations on completing the at-home ab workout with just a pillow. Your core should be feeling the burn, and your abs should be thanking you for the killer workout. Remember to cool down and stretch out your muscles to aid in recovery.

Stay consistent with your workouts, and you’ll be well on your way to achieving those strong and toned abs. I hope you enjoyed this workout as much as I did guiding you through it. Until next time, happy sweating!

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