If all you’re using your stability ball for is crunches, you’re missing out!

Challenge: Ditch the crunches and do this ab & shoulder sculptor in your next workout instead! Not only will you burn more calories, but you’ll be challenging your inner ab muscles (transversus abdominus), which means a flatter tummy & better results.

You’ll need;

• A stability ball

(A) Grab a Swiss ball and get in push-up position with your shins resting on the ball and your palms flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart.

(B) Pull your knees toward your chest, allowing your hips to rise toward the ceiling and your head to tilt toward the floor. Stop when your toes are on the ball and most of your weight is on your hands. Straighten your legs to roll the ball back to start. That’s 1 rep.

Do 12-15 reps for 2-3 sets.

Want to Take it Up A Notch again? Pike it!

(A) Start in push-up position, with your shins on the stability ball.

(B) Keep your knees, hips, core & shoulders in a straight line, and draw your feet towards your chest, stopping when your toes are on top of the stability ball. Keep your abs tight & your hands directly beneath your shoulders. Come back down slowly to starting position. That’s one rep. Do 12-15 reps for 2-3 sets.

TIP: If you’re feeling like a real badass, complete one set of jackknives/pikes & follow with one set of pushups with your feet on the stability ball. The closer to your chest the ball is during your push-up, the easier it will be. Start by placing it on your feet, then work your way up until you find your ‘sweet spot’.

Good luck!

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