Ab exercises
Ab exercises in the Fitness Coach catalogue: 114 exercises. Most often with: Bodyweight, Pull-up Bar, Resistance Band.
Abs · Beginner
Bent-Leg Raised Crunch (Hands Behind Head)
A bodyweight abdominal exercise with the bent legs held above the floor and the hands behind the head. It develops controlled trunk flexion through a short upper-body curl, unlike a full rise to sitting or a knee-tucking repetition.
Quads · Intermediate
Tuck-to-L-Sit Knee Extension
A bodyweight movement on straight-arm support handles. Straightening and re-bending the knees from a raised tuck changes the leg lever while the thighs stay elevated, challenging the quadriceps, hip flexors and trunk.
Abs · Intermediate
Hanging Knees to Elbows (Continuous)
A hanging core exercise in which the knees rise toward the elbows without a deliberate midpoint pause. The trunk rounds as the knees continue upward, distinguishing this version from the staged variation.
Abs · Beginner
Janda Sit Up (Partial Range)
A floor-based trunk-curl variation with a shorter rise than the related elbows-to-knees demonstration. The upper torso lifts and returns under control without reaching the full top position of that related version.
Core · Intermediate
Seated Kettlebell Twist
A weighted core exercise with side-to-side trunk rotation and the feet supported on the floor. The kettlebell adds resistance for the oblique abdominal muscles, while the abdominal and back muscles help control the seated position.
Abs · Beginner
3/4 Sit-Up
A bodyweight abdominal exercise that uses a partial sit-up range rather than a full transition to sitting. It targets the abdominal muscles through a controlled trunk-flexion variation.
Abs · Beginner
Alternating Dumbbell Side Bend
A standing dumbbell exercise that moves continuously between lateral bends on both sides. It emphasizes the obliques through lateral trunk flexion.
Abs · Beginner
Cable Side Bend (Near Pulley)
A standing cable lateral-flexion exercise performed close to the pulley. This shorter setup is a lower-demand variation for the obliques compared with the farther cable side bend.
Abs · Intermediate
Cable Side Bend
A standing cable exercise for the obliques that uses lateral trunk flexion. Performed farther from the pulley, this variation creates a greater resistance demand than the near-pulley version.
Abs · Beginner
Sitting Side Bend on a Chair
A seated lateral trunk-flexion exercise using a chair for support. It emphasizes the obliques and side of the waist while limiting lower-body contribution.
Abs · Intermediate
Captains Chair Knee Raises
The Captain's Chair Knee Raise is an effective core exercise that targets the rectus abdominis, obliques, and hip flexors. It is performed using a Captain's Chair apparatus, which supports the upper body while allowing free movement of the legs.
Abs · Beginner
Seated Barbell Twist
The Barbell Russian Twist is a core exercise that targets the oblique muscles, enhancing rotational strength and stability. This exercise involves holding a barbell with both hands and rotating the torso from side to side while maintaining a seated position with feet elevated off the ground.
Shoulders · Beginner
Bird Dog Plank
A core-stability variation that combines a plank position with bird-dog-style limb control. It develops the core, glutes, shoulders, balance, and coordination.
Abs · Beginner
Decline Crunch
An abdominal trunk-flexion exercise performed on a decline bench. The bench angle changes the loading of the rectus abdominis compared with a floor crunch.
Abs · Beginner
Kneeling Cable Abs Crunches
Kneeling Cable Abs Crunches target the rectus abdominis and obliques by using a cable machine to provide constant tension throughout the movement. This exercise enhances core strength and stability.
Abs · Intermediate
Hanging Knee Raises
An effective core exercise that targets the lower abdominal muscles, hip flexors, and stabilizes the entire core. This exercise is performed by hanging from a pull-up bar and lifting the knees towards the chest while maintaining control and stability.
Abs · Beginner
Cat Cow
The Cat-Cow exercise is a dynamic stretch that targets the spine, improving flexibility and promoting spinal health.
Abs · Beginner
Ankle Taps
The lying torso twist is an abdominal exercise that targets the oblique muscles. It involves rotating the lower body while keeping the upper body stable, enhancing core strength and flexibility.
Abs · Intermediate
Hanging Oblique Knee Raise
A rotational hanging core variation that combines knee raising with a side-directed trunk action. It emphasizes the obliques while also challenging grip, shoulder stability, and abdominal control.
Abs · Beginner
Band Bicycle Crunches
A core-strengthening exercise that targets the abdominal muscles, particularly the obliques, while incorporating resistance bands to increase intensity. This exercise enhances core stability and improves rotational strength.
Abs · Intermediate
Landmine Twist
A core exercise that targets the obliques, abdominals, and shoulders. It involves rotating the torso while holding a barbell anchored at one end, providing a unique rotational movement that enhances core stability and strength.
Abs · Intermediate
Cable Horizontal Pallof Press
A standing anti-rotation core exercise performed with a cable set at chest height. It develops the obliques and trunk stability by resisting rotational force.
Abs · Intermediate
Opposite side elbow to knee
A core strengthening movement that targets the oblique muscles. It involves bringing the elbow across the body to meet the opposite knee, engaging the abdominal muscles and improving rotational stability.
Abs · Beginner
Weighted Ab Crunches
An advanced core exercise that targets the rectus abdominis by adding resistance to the traditional crunch. This exercise enhances core strength and stability, making it ideal for individuals looking to intensify their abdominal workouts.
