We all know how tricky achieving the perfect stomach can be. Luckily, it’s just got a whole lot easier. Read on to discover our fantastic new series of simple, fun ways to tone up your tum.

Thanks to our latest exciting exercises, getting great abs doesn’t need to be such a slog. If it’s the ultimate yummy tummy you’re looking for – without the endless graft - we can help. And the best bit is there’s not a sit-up or curl in sight!

Aimed at strengthening your core abdominal muscles - along with your waist, back, knees, hips and six-pack - our fab 5 new routines set you off on the road to a toned and well-balanced bod, with only 3 workouts a week!

1) Plank with toe lift

3 sets of 10, with a rest between sets

Begin by placing yourself in plank position, with head raised, chin in and whole body in a straight line. Keep shoulders and ears distanced. Avoid any twisting of hips. Raise one foot slightly and point toes. Bring back to floor and repeat, alternating legs.

2) Plank slider (aka prone roll)

3 sets of 10, with a rest between sets

Begin by placing yourself in half-plank position, with knees on floor, chin in and body in straight line from head to knees. Keep hips level, and shoulders back and down. Slowly slide hands forward across floor, keeping arms and rest of body straight. Avoid arching your back and engage your abdominals more the lower you go. Slowly slide hands back to starting position.

For an easier version, slide hands forward, hold for three seconds then relax to floor. Reposition and repeat.

3) Side plank twists

3 sets of 10, with a rest between sets

Begin by placing yourself in the side-plank position, with elbow, forearm and knees on floor (image shows harder version with knees raised). Hips should be elevated and stacked vertically. Your elbow should be directly below your shoulder and your body should be in a straight line, as if held between two planes of glass. Point fingertips of free hand towards temple, with elbow pointing upwards. Breathe in and balance, then as you breath out, twist through waist, so free elbow moves as close as possible towards hand on floor. Return to upright position.

Finish by stretching out the side of your waist. Sit up with knees in same position. Place one hand on ankles and bring other straightened arm over head.

For a harder version, elevate knees to create straight line from shoulder to foot.

4) Hop and balance

3 sets of 10 on each leg, with a rest between sets

Begin by standing upright. Raise left leg a little, then bend right leg at knee. Find your balance. Jump as high as you can off the floor using arms to assist propulsion. Land softly back on right leg. Repeat.

5) Aeroplane reach

3 sets of 10 on each leg, with a rest between sets

Begin by standing upright. Raise left leg in front of you, then bend right leg at knee, while reaching forward with straight arms and extending left leg backwards. Return to upright position, straightening standing leg and swinging left leg through and out to the front. Repeat.

So there we go – five steps to getting the toned-up tum of your dreams. It’s that simple. Just remember to rest between your 3 workout days – it’s every bit as important!

Watch the video of the No Crunch Abdominal Workout at www.sofeminine.co.uk

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