Toning Lower Abs with Back Problems

SlowLearnerScottish started this discussion · 1/12/2013

Hey....me again!! Just wondering if anyone can offer exercises specifically aimed for lower abs. My limitation is lower back problems so doing reverse sit ups and exercises that put a lot of pressure on that area are dangerous ground for me. It's a catch 22, need to build up lower back and lower abs at the same time but one needs to start off the game!! Any tips. I'm looking for a strengthening exercise as well as a superficial "I-want-a-flat-tum" exercises!! x

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Veena · 1/12/2013
Good news, you don't need to do any "spot" or "focus" training for the lower abs. For better control on the pole and for better daily function you'll want to work the core. This means not only the abdominals but the lower back as well. If you're taking the lessons take a look at the conditioning section, you'll see there are a bunch of CORE exercises in a row. Work on all of them, but avoid the ab curl or just curl until the shoulder blades come off the floor, then roll back down. You may even find your lower back problems go away once you strengthen the core! Read the descriptions to find out what muscles of the core you are working. 🌸 Start with this lessons The Switch https://www.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4df4be6f-3160-46c9-9e73-67a10ac37250 ; Also back to my first point, a flat belly comes more from diet than "lower ab" work. You're better off working the Transverse abdominis (used in the switch) to help give the belly the flat appearance, it's underneath the 6 pack (rectus abdominis).
kasanya · 1/13/2013
Search on YouTube for the series of videos KTCoates posted of the Sahrmann exercises. They're a progression of ab exercises designed for women post-pregnancy, so they start out super easy and build up gradually. Hopefully those help! =)