Best of Abs and Butt Exercises
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Use these tried-and-true ab and butt exercises to get results in no time.
Are you finding that your desk job has left you with extra love handles that you don't in fact love so much? Maybe you're a busy stay–at–home mom and you simply don't have a lot of time for yourself but would like to squeeze in some exercise to tone up your stomach and add some shape to your butt. Unfortunately, there are no magic lotions or potions you can use to tone these areas up. And with so many different exercises out there, choosing ones that will give you results can be like trying to find a needle of a haystack.
Getting the body you want doesn't have to be a struggle. Find the right information, develop a plan, and stay motivated to reach your own personal goals. Do this and your efforts to shape your body will ultimately be rewarded.
Stomach (upper, lower) or Rectus Abdominis
Position and Movement
Position the ball in an open area away from any objects that may pose a risk for injury. Carefully lay your back on the ball so that you're balanced comfortably. Keep your back and head straight. Place your hands loosely behind your head and proceed to execute a crunch by contracting your abdominal muscles. Be careful not to pull on your head with your hands.
Tip
For stability, position your feet a little wider than shoulder width. Focus on your abs doing all the work.
Upper and lower abdominals
Position and Movement
Begin on your hands and knees with the ab wheel in front of you. Grip the handles of the wheel with each hand. Keeping your abs tight and arms straight, slowly roll the wheel out in front of you. Go as far as you are comfortable, hold for a two count and then roll back to the starting position.
Tip
Make sure you keep your head and neck up throughout the full range of motion.
Upper and lower abdominals and obliques
Position and Movement
Lie on the floor with your back flat on the ground. With your hands behind your head bring your knees into your body. In a fluid, smooth movement, alternate touching your left elbow to your right knee and alternate as though you are pedaling a bicycle.
Tip
Speed up the movement as you become more advanced.

