Seated Abdominal Compression
Targets obliques and overall core
Core & AbsBeginnerStrengthSqueeze
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: abs |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Squeeze |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~35 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: sit down on a stable surface
- Step 2: and while pressing down exhale and squeeze your abs
- Step 3: Keep core engaged
Coaching tips
Benefits
Targets obliques and overall core
Common mistakes
Pulling on the neck
Make it harder
Increase speed or reps
Make it easier
Slower controlled movement
Breathing
Exhale on the twist
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