20 MIN STANDING ABS WORKOUT 🔥 Beginner Friendly | No Equipment, by You1stlondon on YouTube. 20 min 5 s.
- Video length
- 20 min 5 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Clear a space about 2 metres wide and check the floor is dry and not slippery. Keep water nearby and wear shoes or go barefoot for grip.
Warm up for 2 to 3 minutes. March on the spot, swing your arms and do slow torso twists to loosen your hips and shoulders.
Stand tall with feet hip-width apart and your core gently braced. Keep your ribs down and shoulders relaxed through every move.
Start the standing ab moves and follow the instructor's pace. Expect knee lifts, standing crunches, twists and side bends.
Breathe out as you crunch or twist and breathe in as you return. Do not hold your breath or strain your neck.
Keep movements small and controlled if you are new. Quality beats speed, so slow down rather than swinging your arms.
Take a 20 to 30 second break whenever you need one, then rejoin. Pausing is fine and does not ruin the workout.
Finish the full 20 minutes, then cool down with 2 minutes of slow marching and gentle stretches for your sides and back.
Tips and common mistakes
Stand near a wall or chair if your balance feels shaky during knee lifts.
Stop if you feel sharp pain in your lower back, neck or knees, not just muscle tiredness.
Keep your movements controlled instead of fast to protect your lower back.
Do the session 2 to 3 times a week on non-consecutive days to build core strength.
Questions
Can a standing ab workout actually work your core?
Yes. Moves like standing crunches, knee lifts and twists make your core muscles work against gravity and control rotation. It will not feel the same as floor crunches, but it still trains your abs and stability.
Do I need a mat or any equipment?
No. You only need clear floor space and comfortable clothes. A mat is optional if you want extra grip underfoot.
What if I cannot keep up for the full 20 minutes?
Pause the video and rest, then start again when ready. You can also do half the session at first and build up over a few weeks.
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