5 Best Ab Exercises For Men To Have Well Sculpted Abs

#3 Weighted Sit Ups

The weighted sit up is a progressive form of the traditional sit up. This exercise strengthens the entire core region including the lower abdominals, hip flexors, and lower back.

Instructions:

Step 1: Lie on your back and bend your knees at 90 degrees. Make sure that your feet are flat on the floor.

Step 2: Now hold a dumbbell against your chest by hugging it with your arms.

Step 3: Perform a sit up by raising your upper torso and contracting your core. Try to touch the back of your forearms to your thighs.

Step 4: After a brief pause for a second slowly lower yourself back to the starting. This completes one rep.

Important Tips: Do 3 sets of 15-20 reps each. Start with a weight which you are comfortable with. If you have a problem in anchoring your feet then slide your legs under the handle of two very heavy dumbbells.

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