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This exercise may not seem impressive because it doesn’t have a lot of movement, yet it’s very effective at activating your ab muscles.
Main muscles worked
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- Ab Muscles
Other muscles worked
- Lower back
- Obliques
Abdominal bridge guide
- Lie on your belly on a mat with your legs stretched fully and your forearms on the surface
- Use your core to help raise your hips
- Hold on for at least 2 seconds and resume to the original staring position
- Repeat the procedure to achieve a full set
Trainer’s tips
- Make sure your elbows are directly beneath your shoulders
- The back of your shoulders and your knees should be in a static position
- Your hips should be lifted almost to the height of your shoulder and with the core tightened
- When resuming to your starting position after the pause one should breathe in slowly
Abdominal bridge benefits
Strengthens pelvic muscles, obliques and back muscles
Abdominal bridge exercise acts as a booster for stability and a strong core
Boosts sexual health and reduces the chances of incontinence.