5 Pilates Ab Exercises You Can Do In 5 Minutes

If you have ever been to a Pilates class, you will already be aware that there is a high chance you will find it difficult to laugh or cough the next day without feeling your abs! Who doesn’t love the feeling of sore abs though, right?

Pilates has a reputation for being one of the best ab workouts around due to its focus on correct form and technique. That's why celebs and models alike are picking up this ever-growing fitness trend and making it part of their daily life.
Pregnant ladies – as a pre and post-natal trained instructor, I advise you not to do this workout. Ab workouts like this one, are a big no-no when you are pregnant and there are much better exercises you could be doing for your body during this time.
So, get your stopwatch out and give it a go!

WORKOUT STRUCTURE

• Perform each exercise for 45 seconds with 15 seconds rest in between.
• Total workout time = 5 minutes

1. DEAD BUG

Set up: Lying on your back with your spine imprinted, legs in the tabletop position and your arms reaching up towards the ceiling.

2. AB CURL

Set up: Lie on your back with your spine in neutral, knees bent and feet flat. Interlock your hands behind your head and let the weight of your head relax into your hands.

3. AB CURL WITH LEGS IN TABLETOP

Set up: Lying on your back with your spine imprinted and legs in the tabletop position. Interlock your hands behind your head and let the weight of your head relax into your hands.

4. SINGLE LEG STRETCH

Set up: Lying on your back with your spine imprinted and your legs in the tabletop position. Lift up into an abdominal curl and interlock your hands around your right shin. Press your hands down into your shin to lift your chest and head off the ground, as high as you can.

5. CRISS CROSS

Set up: Lying on your back with your spine imprinted, legs in the tabletop position and your hands interlocking behind your head.
Reference
https://www.womenshealth.com.au/pilates-5-min-abs-workout?category=Fitness