10-Minute Ab Shred Routine

 Round 1 & 2 (5 exercises, 45s each, 15s rest)

1. Crunch & Reach

• Lie on your back, knees bent, reach arms toward toes as you crunch.

• Focus: Upper abs.

2. Russian Twists

• Sit, lean slightly back, twist torso side-to-side, optional weight or water bottle.

• Focus: Obliques.

3. Leg Raises

• Lie flat, lift legs to 90°, slowly lower without touching floor.

• Focus: Lower abs.

4. Plank Shoulder Taps

• High plank position, tap opposite shoulder, minimize hip rotation.

• Focus: Core stability & shoulders.

5. Bicycle Crunches

• Elbow to opposite knee, controlled tempo.

• Focus: Obliques & rectus abdominis.

Structure:

• Perform each exercise for 45 seconds, rest 15 seconds.

• Complete all 5 exercises = 5 minutes → repeat for round 2 = 10 minutes total.

Tips:

• Keep movements controlled; avoid neck strain.

• Engage core the entire time.

• Optional: Add a 1–2 min plank finisher if client can handle it.