This month, we're focusing on how to start your day off right! If you're a subscriber to our health box , the contents of our January edition on the theme of breakfast should already be motivating you to get out of bed in the morning.
If you're the type of person who still struggles to get up, we've got you covered with a bedtime workout program! Easy to incorporate into your morning routine, it's the perfect solution for gently waking up your body.
These 4 ab exercises require no accessories and take very little time!
Exercise 1 - U-shaped abs
Lying on your back with your hands on either side of your torso, lift your slightly bent legs into the air. Make a large U shape with your feet (walk close to the bed and raise your feet high on either side).
Advanced: Keep your legs fully extended.
Week 1 and 2: 3 sets of 8 to 10 U
Weeks 3 and 4: 3 sets of 12 to 15 U
Exercise 2 - Market bridge
With the trunk tilted forward, support yourself on one leg and perform a lateral movement to land on the opposite foot.
Advanced: Raise arms above chest.
Week 1 and 2: 3 sets of 8-10 reps
Week 3 and 4: 3 sets of 12-15 reps
Exercise 3 - Rolled Abs
Knees together, push against the feet to lift the hips.
Advanced: Lifting legs off the bed
Week 1 and 2: 3 sets of 8-10 reps
Week 3 and 4: 3 sets of 12-15 reps
Exercise 4 - Scissor Abs
Lift your legs off the bed about 30 cm and cross your feet, alternating sides.
Advanced: Keep your legs closer to the ground.
Week 1 and 2: 3 sets of 10-12 reps.
Week 3 and 4: 3 sets of 16-20 reps.
