Getting killer abs may not be top of mind at the moment — especially considering that the holiday season is in full swing, along with plenty of festive foods and booze.
But then again, there’s no time like the present to start, or continue, working on your core. It’s the powerhouse of your body that helps you do everything from everyday tasks to lifting heavy or running long distances. Having strong abs can also help your posture and keep back pain away. Not t mention, it can make you feel fire in a crop top.
Speaking of, lifestyle influencer Cara Loren has never met a crop top she hasn’t looked great in. The social media celeb and mom of four has 1.7 million followers on Instagram and over 90,000 on TikTok who flock to her profile for the latest fashion and fitness advice. The hype around how she’s kept her abs so ripped after having four babies has been so loud, Loren has launched her own new fitness app called Burn so that fans can follow along with her workout routines step-by-step.
Here, Loren offers her best workout for killer abs at home that you can do today in less than 20 minutes. Even better, this routine doesn’t require any equipment besides a floor mat.
(Just note: Loren is not a certified fitness trainer and you should consult your doctor before starting a new workout program.)
Cara Loren’s 3-move killer abs routine
Loren loves this ab routine because it works your upper, lower, and side abdominals all in one go. Repeat the following moves for a total of three times with no rest in between. Your core should be on fire by the end!
Move 1: Reverse Crunch
Lie on your back on the floor with your arms at your sides and your legs in a tabletop position with your knees bent at a ninety-degree angle. Make sure your back is flat on the floor. Then, Lift your hips and bring your knees toward your chest, hold for a second, then slowly lower back to the start. Repeat for 20 reps.
Move 2: Butterfly Crunch
Lie on your back on the floor with your arms behind your head and your knees bent out to the sides so that the soles of your feet are touching each other. From here, perform a crunch, keeping your feet together as you lift your shoulders off the floor and toward the sky. Hold for a second, then slowly lower back to the start. Repeat for 12 reps.
Move 3: Yoga Side Curl
Assume a side plank position by balancing on your left hand and left foot so that your body forms a “T” in the air. Your right foot can be slightly in front of your left foot for balance. Raise your right hand in the air, then squeeze your obliques to bend at the waist, bringing your right elbow and your right knee together to touch. Hold for a second, then return to the start. Repeat for 12 reps on each side.
Once you’ve completed these moves three times, your killer at-home ab workout is done!
And yes, you can even do this while you’re watching that holiday movie tonight. You can find these moves and more in Loren’s Burn App.
