New Year, New You: How To Do The Ab-Strengthening Reverse Plank
Bella Breakdown Try this well-rounded move that targets ALL the right places. It targets your back, shoulders, triceps, core, and quads. Begin by sitting on the ground with your palms beneath your shoulders and your legs out straight. Squeeze your butt and thighs and push your tummy and booty up toward the ceiling. Keep your hips still- don’t sag them and be sure to breathe!...
One Easy Move for Tighter Abs? Yes Please!
Bella Breakdown Stronger core here you come! It’s swimsuit season, so get yourself bikini ready with this simple move. Spread out your yoga mat and get ready for a rush of endorphins. As with any exercise, make sure you have plenty of water and stay hydrated. To do the v-sit with tuck start by sitting on your mat with your back straight, balm flat behind you, knees bent and feet planted on the floor. Then raise your legs until there’s a 45 degree angle between your hips and knees, if necessary lean back slightly to ensure proper alignment (we...
4 Easy Knee Stretches
Bella Breakdown Our knees are taking a pounding every day, from running for the bus to climbing stairs, let alone the stress we add to them while working out. The good news? You can easy add just a few of theses stretches and strength moves to your workout to protect your knees and keep them strong and healthy. 1. Calf Stretch Stand with your hands flat against a wall, your arms straight, and stand with your right foot behind your left foot. Slowly bend your left knee forward, keeping your right knee straight, hold for about 30 seconds, switch...
Belly Blasting Move: The Atomic Crunch
Bella Breakdown You can do anything for 60 seconds! Try our second Get Fit 2014 challenge, and see how many atomic crunches you can do in one minute. First we’ll teach you this effective ab exercise, then we will lead you through the challenge. Grab your mat, and press play to start the timer. If you’re ready for more, try our first fitness challenge – gate...
