5 Minute Ab Challenge – Latinas Más Fuertes

As May quickly fades to June, it’s official – Summer is upon us. And after 2 years of lockdowns and COVID restrictions limiting our summer activities, we are all eager to return to the great outdoors, soak up the sun, and have some fun. But first – let’s make sure your body is prepared with this quick yet challenging 5 minute ab workout.

I know, I know. We all have a love-hate relationship with exercise, but I guarantee that you will feel an overwhelming sense of inner-satisfaction after giving this routine a try. This routine can be done anywhere, without equipment, and is great for building core strength – not to mention the many mental health benefits that result from exercise. Plus, the beautiful background of Zakynthos, Greece helps to ease the burden on the eyes – and mind. 

Workout Routine

1. Crunches with Hands Over Head 
   • 10 reps
2. Alternating Toe Touches
   • 10 reps each side
3. Overhead Crunches with a Toe Touch
   • 10 reps each side
4. Russian Twists
   • 8 reps each side
5. Crab Walks
   • 10 reps each side
6. Floating Crunch
   • 15 reps
7. Kneeling Toe Touches 
   • 10 reps each side
8. Shoulder touches while planking 
   • 8 reps each side
9. Downward dog plank thrusts 
   • 10 reps

Workout complete!

Give it a try! Could you get through the entire thing? Share it with a friend and see if they can keep up. Above all, exercise should be enjoyable and fun. At times it’s challenging, but the reward always supplants the road there.