Ab Rehab

We’ll start slow with some lower belly and oblique work; but, slow doesn't necessarily mean easy. So, have fun and rest when you need to rest. You’ve got this!

It’s time to plank it out! We are flipping things around today, but if planks aren’t an option for your shoulders, go back to Day 1’s workout and repeat.

Side-plank play. Unlike more traditional side planks, you won't have to put any weight on your wrists or shoulders for most of this workout (if at all).

Standing Abs — This one can be a little tricky to get the hang of if standing abs are new to you. Don’t be afraid to slow down the movement significantly.

Dance Cardio. Today, we’ll get the heart pumping. Sneakers and/or mat are optional. Try to have some fun with this one, keep MOVING, and keep your core engaged!

Belly-up Core. Slow moving to connect with the muscles you want to work and focus on relaxing, the best you can, the rest!

Plank it! Be kind to yourself. All you have to do is what you can!

Side-body Crunches. We continue to change it up every.single.day. Make sure to keep your chest lifted and abs engaged to keep from sinking into your shoulders.

Standing Abs! Testing your coordination…one rib isolation at a time.

Dance Cardio — I call this “L Style” meaning these moves are Lauren’s (my) version of latin style. This does not need to look pretty. Allow yourself to let loose and have some fun.

Belly-up Core…with some pilates flair. Enjoy!

We love planks! (hey, attitude is everything!?)

Standing Side Body. Time to give your shoulders a break and your internal and external obliques some love!

Standing Abs — It’s time to loosen up. We’re swapping rib isolates for hip shakes today in preparation for tomorrow’s dance cardio workout!

You can DANCE if you want to... Ummmmm, have I let you down yet?? (I realize you can’t answer that.)

Belly up core. It’s time to crunch that bean!

Hanky PLANKY. Hopefully, planks are starting to feel somewhat manageable or maybe even, gasp, fun!

Side Body. Today’s side body workout incorporates side planks. Don’t be afraid to repeat another side body day (days 3, 8, 13) if doubling up on plank work is too much for your shoulders.

Standing Abs— Let’s put it all together: the ribs, the hips, the angels. Focus on isolating the body part of the moment and, of course, try to have some fun!

Dance Cardio — It’s time to FREE YOUR MIND…and the rest will follow.

Belly-up…Do I even need to say it? CRUNCH THAT BEAN!

Plank-it-y Plank-it-y…5 minutes. Let’s do this!

Side-body Play…Show up where you are and give it a try!

Standing Abs - This week’s standing abs workout is prep for tomorrow’s dance cardio, so pay attention and articulate the moves the best you can.

Dance Cardio - Today, you get 4.5 extra minutes of dance cardio. For those of you who really can’t make the time, don’t worry, I note when the first 5 minutes are over. But also, maybe just maybe today is a great day for MAKING THE TIME to get out of your head, release stress, and move your body a bit more!

Belly-up Core. One last time (well, it doesn’t have to be)…CRUNCH THE BEAN.

Message from your PLANKS: “Don’t you, forget about me....The definition in your abs will miss me when I’m gone.”

Side-body Play. We have done all the things side-body – side planks, standing abs…side crunches…and now…wait for it (actually, don’t wait for it…just press PLAY!)

Standing Abs. Focus on hitting all of the angels, using only your abdominal strength to do so.

Dance it out! Move your body…and remember, when in doubt, that is all you need to do – turn on some music and MOVE!