Exercises from the community
Medicine Ball Pass-throughs
Medicine Ball Pass-throughs use resistance through a large range of motion, hitting both the upper and lower abs on the way to a faster six-pack. Sit with knees bent and feet lifted slightly off the floor, holding a medicine ball. Pass the ball under your knees from one hand to the other, then pass it back over the top, keeping your core braced and your feet off the ground throughout.
Hip Raises (abs)
Hip Raises use the weight of your legs as resistance to boost lower abdominal muscle growth, with a straighter leg position than the bent-leg variation for a longer lever arm. Lie on your back with your legs extended straight up toward the ceiling. Contract your lower abs to lift your hips a few inches off the floor, then lower back down slowly without letting your legs drop or swing.
Medicine Ball Russian Twists
Medicine Ball Russian Twists are a great, well-known move for cutting the oblique abs, with the ball adding resistance to the classic bodyweight twist. Sit with your knees bent and heels on the floor (or lifted for more difficulty), leaning back slightly to engage your core. Holding a medicine ball with both hands, rotate side to side, tapping the ball near the floor on each side.