Bicycle situp
A bicycle situp is like a regular situp but with a twist! Adding a bicycle sit up to your workout is a perfect way to strengthen your lower abs and stretch your side muscles or obliques. Be prepared for a burn and results!
1.Lie flat on your back. Clasp your hands under your head. Hold your legs up, bent 90 degrees so that your thighs are vertical and your calves are parallel to the floor.
2.Raise the upper half of your body to touch your right elbow to your left knee. At the same time, straighten your right leg so that is's hovering just above the floor. Exhale
3.Return to the starting position. Inhale
4.Now touch your left elbow to your right knee while straightening your left leg. Exhale.
5.Return to the starting position and repeat. Begin by completing 10 bicycle sit ups on each side, rest and repeat for thriee sets. Work your way up slowly to 15 - 20 repetitions. Try this exercise 3 times a week and you will notice a difference in your ab strength!
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