There are 4 layers of abdominal muscles, but it’s the top layer that gives the trained, 6 pack look. These are the muscles that are worked by crunches. Basically an abdominal crunch involves bringing your Read More
The plank exercise works the deep core muscles – the ones that pull the abdominal area in flat. They have to work hard to stabilise the body and hold it in a straight line when Read More
Try this 14 day workout challenge to kick start yourself in a regular fitness habit. There are 4 different routines, each to be done 3 times, with 2 days rest over the 14 days, as Read More
This 30 day leg challenge works all the main thigh and butt muscles, with a bit of work for the lower legs as well. There are 5 exercises, which are split into two sets that Read More
This 28 day leg challenge uses squats, lunges and wall sits – 3 of the best exercises for working all the thigh and butt muscles. Each day you do 3 sets of the exercises, with Read More
If you don’t squat regularly, then you’re not going to be able to go straight into a 100 squats a day challenge. You’ll need to build up to doing 100 squats every day. This challenge Read More
The glutes are made up of 3 muscles whose jobs are mainly to take the leg behind the body and out to the side. There are all sorts of ways of working them – standing, Read More
Women are often more interested in abs and legs workouts, but training our upper bodies is important too. Apart from the fact that having upper body strength is useful in everyday life and often helps Read More
An exercise ball (also called a stability ball, gym ball or Swiss ball) is one of the best pieces of equipment for core training. Even just sitting on an exercise ball has a training effect Read More
Complete 500 squats in 30 days. Squats work all the leg muscles and it’s easy to fit a few minutes of squats into your day. You can do them anywhere and you don’t need much Read More
Give your cardio fitness a boost with this 30 day cardio challenge. The main benefits of the workout are: Burning calories, which helps with weight management Improving heart and circulatory system health Increasing energy levels Read More
Firm up the tops of your legs with this thigh and glute workout challenge. It starts off nice and gentle, with just 5 squats on day one. As the challenge progresses, lunges and wall sit Read More
This 30 day abs and arms challenge uses 4 exercises that work abs and arms at the same time. It’s a split challenge, with the 2 plank exercises alternating with push ups and mountain climbers. Read More
This 30 day walking challenge is easy to fit into your every day life and will get you into the habit of regular walking for fitness. It starts off with a 5 minute walk and Read More
No equipment needed for this quick and easy slim thighs challenge and you don’t even need to get down on the floor. All you need is a wall for support. Before you do this workout, Read More
The hamstrings are a group of muscles at the back of the thigh. Tightness is a common problem in these muscles and it can lead to back pain, poor posture, impaired ability in sports and Read More
Elbow planks are a popular variation of the plank exercise. In this type of plank, the elbows are flexed and the weight rests on the forearms. (If you don’t know what the basic plank is, Read More
Improve tone in all your leg muscles with this squat pulses exercise challenge. Squats are one of the best exercises for working the whole leg. This challenge uses a mixture of basic squats and pulsing Read More
The wall sit is an exercise which works all the main leg muscles, especially the large muscle group on the front of the thighs (quadriceps). In the wall sit, you have your back supported against Read More
Strengthen up your core muscles and shape your waist with this 30 day standing oblique exercises challenge. The 3 exercises focus on the muscles which pull the abdominal area in flat and support the spine. Read More
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