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Sculpt stronger abs and obliques using just your body weight, this abs workout and a yoga block.

If you dont have a yoga block, a pillow or cushion will do.

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The workout format is simple: 10 different exercises performed 50 seconds on and 10 seconds off.

Do this workout on its own, or repeat two times if you really want to SWEAT!

Can you get abs with bodyweight exercises?

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and diet and lifestyle if muscle definition is your overall goal.

Think about imprinting your spine to the mat when your legs are lifted," she says.

“Think about drawing your ribs to your hips as you crunch up.

Writer Sam performing oblique crunches with hands behind head and block between thighs

you’re able to keep your head resting on the mat if it’s more comfortable.

Remember the mind-muscle connection.

Really think about your abdominals ‘crunching.’

Writer Sam performing yoga block kick outs with left leg extended

Im a sucker for a yoga block.

At no point should you feel like your lower back is taking the strain or excessively arching.

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