Introduction

Resistance bands are versatile tools that allow you to work your core muscles effectively. This standing ab workout focuses on stability, balance, and strengthening your abdominal muscles. Perform each movement for 30 seconds, followed by a 5-second rest. Ready? Let’s get started!

1. Standing Lateral Step Outs (Both Sides)

Objective: Strengthen your obliques and improve lateral stability.

1. Setup:

   • Attach a resistance band to a sturdy anchor point at hip height.

   • Stand sideways to the anchor point, feet shoulder-width apart.

   • Hold the band’s handle with both hands, arms extended in front of you.

2. Execution:

   • Step away from the anchor point, maintaining tension in the band.

   • Perform lateral steps by moving your right foot away from the anchor point.

   • Return to the starting position.

   • Repeat on the left side.

   • Aim for 10-12 reps per side.

2. Overhead Band Marching

Objective: Engage your entire core, including the rectus abdominis.

1. Setup:

   • Stand facing the anchor point.

   • Hold the resistance band handles with both hands, arms extended overhead.

   • Keep your feet hip-width apart.

2. Execution:

   • Lift your right knee toward your chest while maintaining tension in the band.

   • Lower your right foot back down.

   • Alternate legs, marching in place.

   • Focus on stability and balance.

   • Perform 15-20 marches (each leg).

3. Band Wood Chopping (Both Sides)

Objective: Work your obliques and rotational muscles.

1. Setup:

   • Attach the resistance band to a low anchor point (near the floor).

   • Stand sideways to the anchor point, feet shoulder-width apart.

   • Hold the band handle with both hands, arms extended diagonally downward.

2. Execution:

   • Imagine you’re chopping wood: Pull the band diagonally across your body, rotating your torso.

   • Finish the movement by bringing the band up and across your opposite shoulder.

   • Return to the starting position.

   • Repeat on the other side.

   • Aim for 10-12 reps per side.

4. Band Cross Body Crunches (Both Sides)

Objective: Target your upper and lower abs.

1. Setup:

   • Stand facing the anchor point.

   • Hold the resistance band handles with both hands, arms extended in front of you.

   • Keep your feet hip-width apart.

2. Execution:

   • Crunch diagonally, bringing your right elbow toward your left knee.

   • Feel the contraction in your obliques.

   • Return to the starting position.

   • Repeat on the other side.

   • Perform as many reps as possible within 30 seconds.

5. Standing Twists

Objective: Engage your obliques and improve spinal mobility.

1. Setup:

   • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

   • Hold the resistance band handles with both hands, arms extended in front of you.

2. Execution:

   • Twist your torso to the right, pulling the band across your body.

   • Return to the center.

   • Twist to the left.

   • Continue alternating twists.

   • Aim for 30 seconds of continuous twists.

Conclusion

Remember to warm up before starting the workout and cool down afterward. Consistency is key, so incorporate this standing ab routine into your fitness regimen regularly. For a follow-along workout video, check out this link below. Happy training! 🏋️‍♀️💪

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