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A seven-minute abs workout mayseemtoo short to effectively smoke your core.
Katie Thompson
First, though, a quick refresher on what we mean by core.
One surefire way to do that?
Incorporateanti-movement exercises, which require your core to engage to resist motion, like in a plank.
When it comes to core work, anti-movement exercises are what most people should focus on, says Fagan.
Nor do you have tonorshouldyoudo comprehensiveabs workoutsevery day.
Tackle it as a standalone routine or as a finisher to another workout.
However you approach this routine, take a few minutes at the beginning for deep breathing.
This can help you better connect with your core muscles, Fagan explains.
So if youre ready for a quick-yet-effective seven-minute abs workout, keep scrolling for everything you gotta know.
The Workout
What you need:An exercisematfor comfort.
Deadbug
The deadbug is an anti-movement exercise, says Fagan.
Forearm Side Plank With Twist
This plank variation incorporates both anti-movement and movement, says Fagan.
But once you start moving your elbow, the move becomes dynamic.
Make it easier by eliminating the twist and just hold a forearm side plank.
Its a very advanced exercise, Fagan adds.
This will also make the move more beginner-friendly.
