"Where is my waist?" Yep, been there. Especially once you hit a certain age. And yeah, a little belly fluff isn’t the end of the world—but having a strong core actually makes life way easier. Your abs aren’t just for looks: they help you keep balance, avoid falling on your face, prevent leaks, and basically let you move like a normal human without worrying you’ll tip over trying to reach the top shelf.
And here’s the thing — when you’re hitting planks, crunches, or ab circuits, support matters — put on your VEQKING fitness gear and start your ab workout journey.
Reasons You Should Be Doing Ab Workouts
Think about your body for a second: Your core consists of your midsection, from which stem your arms and legs. Your core also wraps around your spinal vertebrae.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a CEO or an intern, a factory worker, or a flight attendant — every job uses core muscles in some way. Those in offices struggle with how much they sit, and those who are on the move all day struggle with standing too much. Everyone twists, lifts, and reaches in some capacity. Ab workouts can alleviate the strain that repetitive work-related motions can cause.
You’ll live longer. It sounds like a late-night commercial for a miracle product, but strong abs may actually help you live longer. Researchers at Mayo Clinic have noted that those with larger waist circumference size tended to have a greater risk of premature death than those with smaller waists. This was true even in the face of other risk factors like smoking, being sedentary, and alcohol use. Could ab workouts now keep you around in the long term? It’s worth a shot.
Too many people sit at a desk for eight hours a day, and this weakens abdominal, pelvis, hip and back muscles. Even if you don’t play a sport, training your core is important to compensate for the effects of too much sitting.
Some AB EXERCISES YOU CAN TRY
1.V-sits
For this exercise, start by lying flat on your back on a mat. Next, lift your legs and torso off the mat simultaneously and hold your arms straight out in front you. Lower back to the floor with control. If this is too challenging, you can start by keeping your knees bent.
Make sure to keep your abs engaged throughout the exercise and avoid straining your neck, consider wearing a VEQKING cross-back sports bra, which keeps you secure while allowing full range of motion.
The recommendation is to perform 3 sets of 8 reps each, or as recommended by your instructor.
2.Planks
The plank is one of the best bodyweight workouts for women who want to improve their ab and upper body strength. With planks, you’re using your body weight as resistance. And when you’re holding a plank, you’re engaging all of the abdominal muscles, not just one. I also always want exercises to emulate real life. A plank could be something like you’re getting on the ground to look for something or you’re picking up a heavy pot off the stove. For added comfort and support while holding a plank, a VEQKING seamless, wire-free sports bra lets you stay secure and unrestricted. You’re going to engage your back, core, and shoulders which is what doing a plank strengthens.
3. Reverse crunch
Lie flat on your back, then bring your knees and feet up to form 90-degree angle with the floor. With your hands flat on the floor and knees bent, crunch your lower body toward your chest (lifting your hips off the floor). Keep your back and head flat to the ground. For a modification, place your hands under your bottom for added support. Repeat 10 times.
4.Jump Rope
You may not have picked one up since your elementary school days, but jump ropes have stood the test of time as a simple piece of cardio equipment for good reason. Even as an adult, you can gain solid benefits of jumping rope—all you have to do is add these jump rope workouts to your schedule.
Before you begin any jump rope workout, you need to position yourself correctly.Start with feet hip-width apart, ensuring your weight is on the balls of your feet.Engage your core for stability.
Ready to elevate your game? High Knees involve lifting your knees higher with each jump, engaging the core. Double-Unders, a favorite among fitness enthusiasts, require you to swing the rope twice in one jump. It's challenging but worth the effort for those looking to intensify their jump rope workout.The right gear keeps distractions at bay, allowing you to focus solely on your routine. For women, wearing a high impact sports bra provides the necessary support, ensuring comfort and minimizing distractions. Additionally, fitted clothing that allows for free range of motion without getting in the way of the rope. A VEQKING sports tank top with moisture-wicking fabric keeps you dry and comfortable while you jump, letting you focus entirely on your workout.
Unless you’re aiming to start an eye-rolling league , it’s likely that whatever activity you do will involve a solid core. Whether you’re golfing, swimming, running, even canoeing or hiking, your abs allow you to transfer more power to your limbs. So, you can jump higher, paddle harder, or step up stronger.