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Beginner Exercises

1. Crunch with Alternate Leg Extensions

Targets abs

Lie faceup, with knees bent and feet on floor hip-width apart. Interlace hands behind head. Simultaneously lift head, neck, and shoulders and extend left leg so that it's 1 to 2 feet off the floor. Hold for 5 seconds. Bend knee back in as you lower upper body to start. Repeat on right side. Do 20 crunches, alternating sides.

2. Side Extension

Targets shoulders, core, obliques

Stand with feet hip-width apart, knees slightly bent, holding water bottle with both hands overhead, shoulders down. Lean upper body slightly forward and to the right. Hold for 2 breaths. Return to starting position. Repeat on left side. Do 10 reps, alternating sides.

3. Toe Drop

Targets abs

Lie faceup, arms at sides, palms down, knees bent 90 degrees so calves are parallel to the floor. Engage abs and slowly lower left toes to touch the floor. Lift foot back up; repeat on right side. Do 25 reps, alternating legs.