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7-Day Ab Workout Challenge!

Here's a 7-day cinched waist ab exercise plan that focuses on strengthening your core and toning your abdominal muscles. Remember to consult with a fitness professional before starting any new exercise routine, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.



Day 1: Basic Core Workout

  1. Plank: Hold a plank position for 30 seconds, rest for 15 seconds, and repeat for a total of 5 sets.

  2. Russian Twists: Sit on the floor with your knees bent, lean back slightly, and twist your torso from side to side (highly recommended to hold a weight or medicine ball). Do 3 sets of 12-15 reps on each side.

  3. Bicycle Crunches: Lie on your back, lift your legs, and perform a cycling motion while reaching opposite elbow to knee. Aim for 3 sets of 15-20 reps.


Day 2: Pilates Inspired Workout

  1. Pilates Hundred: Lie on your back, lift your head, neck, and shoulders off the ground, and pump your arms up and down for 100 counts.

  2. Scissor Kicks: Lie on your back, lift your legs slightly off the ground, and cross them over each other in a scissor-like motion. Perform 3 sets of 12-15 reps on each side.

  3. Plank with Hip Dips: Start in a forearm plank position, then rotate your hips from side to side. Do 3 sets of 10-12 reps on each side.


Day 3: High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

  1. Mountain Climbers: Start in a plank position and alternate bringing each knee towards your chest. Perform this exercise for 30 seconds, rest for 15 seconds, and repeat for a total of 4 sets.

  2. Standing Oblique Crunches: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, raise one arm overhead, and lean to the side while crunching the opposite side. Do 3 sets of 12-15 reps on each side.

  3. Side Plank: Lie on your side, prop yourself up on your forearm, and lift your hips off the ground. Hold for 30 seconds on each side and repeat for a total of 3 sets.


Day 4: Yoga and Stretching

  1. Cat-Cow Pose: Get on your hands and knees, arch your back upward like a cat, and then lower it down into a cow-like position. Perform this flow for 10 repetitions.

  2. Boat Pose: Sit on the floor, balance on your sit bones, and lift your legs and torso to create a V-shape. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat for a total of 3 sets.

  3. Child's Pose: Sit on your knees, lower your torso down, and stretch your arms forward while resting your forehead on the ground. Hold for 1 minute and repeat for a total of 3 sets.


Day 5: Stability Ball Workout

  1. Stability Ball Crunches: Lie on a stability ball with your lower back supported and perform crunches. Aim for 3 sets of 15-20 reps.

  2. Russian Twists with Stability Ball: Sit on the floor with a stability ball between your knees, lean back slightly, and twist your torso from side to side while holding the ball. Do 3 sets of 12-15 reps on each side.

  3. Stability Ball Pike: Start in a push-up position with your feet on the stability ball, and pike your hips up towards the ceiling. Perform 3 sets of 10-12 reps.


Day 6: Cardio and Core Combination

  1. Jumping Jacks: Perform jumping jacks for 1 minute to get your heart rate up.

  2. Plank Jacks: Start in a plank position and jump your legs out wide and back together while maintaining a strong core. Do 3 sets of 15-20 reps.

  3. Flutter Kicks: Lie on your back, lift your legs slightly off the ground, and perform small, quick kicks up and down. Aim for 3 sets of 20-25 reps.


Day 7: Rest and Recovery


Allow your body to rest and recover from the previous week's workouts. Stay active by engaging in light activities such as walking, stretching, or gentle yoga.


Remember to listen to your body, stay hydrated, and maintain proper form throughout each exercise. Consistency and dedication are key to achieving your fitness goals. Adjust the intensity and repetitions based on your fitness level, gradually progressing over time. Enjoy your journey towards a cinched waist and a strong core!


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