The moves: Performing a side-lying abdominal crunch on an exercise ball.
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| IN SEARCH OF FAB ABS - To strengthen oblique abdominal muscles, firefighter Patricia Stone performs side crunches on a stability ball. CNS Photo by Nadia Borowski Scott. |
Works on: Oblique abdominals and lower back.
Setup: Kneel on the ground with your right side next to a ball. Hug the ball between your right arm and your side, then lie down on the ball. Spread the legs widely in a forward/backward stance for stability. Use your legs to roll your torso up onto the ball until you are lying on the outside of your hip.
Steps: Cross your arms across the chest and perform a side crunch to theleft. Slowly return and repeat.
Repetitions: Three sets of 15 to 25.
Precautions: Perform this exercise in an open area in case you fall off the ball.
Options: For more challenge, roll more of your torso up and over the top of the ball.
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