3 Exercises To Improve Your Abs Which You Think Wouldn't Work

Here I'm going to tell you about a simple workout routine that you never thought would improve your abs. The great thing about this routine is that the exercises do not directly focus on the abs. Believe me you can get great results from this.

1. Dumbbell Pullups

2. Barbell Squats

3. The Hill Walk

To start with I'd suggest 6 to 8 repetitions performed 3 to 4 times. For the Hill Walk try to continually do this for about 30 to 40 seconds.

1. Dumbbell Pullups - begin by getting into the same position as you would for a traditional pressup, but holding a dumbbell in each hand. Start with low weight dumbbells and only increase this when you are comfortable. Start with your left arm and pull this up into your abdomen area whilst steadying yourself with the other arm. Hold this position for no more than 2-3 seconds and then lower your arm in a controlled way back to the ground. Then repeat this with your right arm. The secret to this exercise is actually the muscles you are using to steady yourself during each pullup. You should feel your abs working.

Barbell Squats - You'd think that this was an exercise for your leg muscles and you'd be absolutely right. However by having the barbell across the front of your body you're abs are really having to work hard to steady your whole body whilst you are squatting. Again only use weights which are comfortable to begin with and then progress to heavier weights once you've mastered the technique. Place the barbell across the front of your shoulders and cross your arms over with your elbows facing outwards. Bend down slowly in a controlled way and then return to the upright position in the same way. Don't just let the weight of the barbell force you down or make it a struggle to push back up, remember the secret is in the way your body uses its abs to remain steady.

The Hill Walk - this is really simple, requires no equipment, and can be done anywhere. Begin by getting into the traditional pressup position and then shuffle your feet in towards your chin and underneath your chest as far as possible. Once your knees reach your chest shuffle back out to your starting position That's it!

Stop for a breather between each exercise for say 1 minute, and again for about 3 minutes after you have completed all 3 exercises.

This simple routine alone will give you a great workout and go a long way to improving your abs.

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