{"id":6389,"date":"2022-01-08T23:40:34","date_gmt":"2022-01-09T04:40:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/?p=6389"},"modified":"2023-08-22T08:03:47","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T12:03:47","slug":"resistance-band-abs-exercises-with-pdf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-band-abs-exercises-with-pdf","title":{"rendered":"20 Best Resistance Band Exercises for Abs and Core with PDF"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for the best exercises to bolster your core with resistance bands at home, you&#8217;ve come to the right place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I&#8217;ve shared the 20 resistance band abs exercises that will reinforce your core, improve the shape of your six-pack abs, and enhance athletic and lifting performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The abs or midsection is the crucial part of the body that <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/best-resistance-band-lower-back-exercises\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"8068\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">provides stability to the spine<\/a>, minimizes the risk of low back injuries, improves pelvic stability, and is responsible for upright posture.<sup class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote \" data-mfn=\"1\" data-mfn-post-scope=\"0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_6389\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  title=\" Kim E, Lee H. The effects of deep abdominal muscle strengthening exercises on respiratory function and lumbar stability.&nbsp;J Phys Ther Sci. 2013;25(6):663-665. doi:10.1589\/jpts.25.663\"  role=\"button\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-describedby=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_6389-1\">1<\/a><\/sup><span id=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_6389-1\" role=\"tooltip\" class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote__note\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mfn=\"1\"> Kim E, Lee H. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3805012\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3805012\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The effects of deep abdominal muscle strengthening exercises<\/a> on respiratory function and lumbar stability.&nbsp;<em>J Phys Ther Sci<\/em>. 2013;25(6):663-665. doi:10.1589\/jpts.25.663<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a male or female, you can incorporate these exercises into your training program to <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/best-upper-body-resistance-band-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11012\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">improve your upper body composition<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Ultimate List of Resistance Bands Abs Exercises<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First of all, let&#8217;s see a quick list of all resistance band core exercises that you can do with and without an anchor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>No-Anchor Resistance Band Exercises for Abs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flutter Kicks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bicycle Crunch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Single-Leg Lift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standing Oblique Crunch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Side Leg Raises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mountain Climber<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Banded Bird Dog<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plank Leg Kickback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resistance Band Dead Bug<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Banded Hip Bridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Russian Twist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knee to outside elbow Crunch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>V Leg Lifts<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Banded Ab Exercises That Requires Attachment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"14\">\n<li>Kneeling Crunches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leg raises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reverse Crunches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standing Banded Crunches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Side Plank Band Pull<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woodchop (Downward)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woodchop (Low to High)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>These exercises work throughout the entire core, from the rectus and transverse abdominis to external and internal obliques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s explore how to do them with step-by-step instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Resistance Band Exercises for Abs (No Anchor)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Flutter Kicks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Flutter Kicks w\/ Mini Loop Resistance Band (Workout Demonstration Video)\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xjSSiFBhInE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Sit on the floor with your legs straight in front of you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the mini bands around your shin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lie on your back and keep your arms straight on the floor beside your hips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slightly lift your feet and head off the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brace your core, and raise your legs alternatively (like scissors work).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep doing it until you feel the fatigue in your core.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Bicycle Crunch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Mini Band Bicycle Crunches\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QGJBKb3CRQk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Place the band around your feet and lie on the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lift your legs off the floor and bend your knees with your feet pointing forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring your right knee and left elbow as close as possible toward each other, and then return.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat on your opposite side. And keep doing it until you feel the complete contraction in your core.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Single-Leg Lift<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Resistance Loop Bands Workouts: Lying Leg Raise\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jChjGndGQZg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Start sitting on the floor with your legs straight before you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the band around your thighs and lie on your back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your right leg as high as possible, keeping your knee straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return, and then raise your left leg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do 10 to 15 repetitions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Standing Oblique Crunch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The standing resistance band oblique crunch strengthens love handles and builds a defined core.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Obliques: Resistance Band Side Bend\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6CFUjpc6eTg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Place one end of the band under your feet and grab the other end with your right hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your right arm straight at your side and the left one bent beside your ear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower your shoulder at your sides alternatively until you feel the contraction in your oblique.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat for the desired number of times.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Side Leg Raises<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Glute Exercises: Lying Lateral Leg Raise with Band\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aUwpzUzH1DI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Place the band around your knees and lie on your right side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your legs stacked and your arms in a comfortable position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your left leg as high as possible, pause, then return.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do as many times as you like.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Loop Band Mountain Climber<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Band Mountain Climbers Exercise\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SEVPVeEt5pw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Anchor the band around your feet and get into a high plank position with your arms straight below your shoulders and legs hip-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull your right knee inside your chest, and then return and switch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat until you feel the pain in your core.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Resistance Band Bird Dog<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Band ISO Bird-Dog\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a2k082aPBSQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Place the band around your left foot and sit on all fours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grab the other end of the band with your right hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lift your arms and legs simultaneously off the floor until they are parallel to the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold in this position for up to 10 seconds and return to the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat the same on your opposite side. Do it two to three times.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Plank Leg Kickback<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Band Plank Leg Lift\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sc5LryHj5qM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Place the band around your calves (slightly below).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get into a plank or high plank position, whichever suits you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your right leg as high as possible and then return.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Switch on the other side and repeat for the desired number of times.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Resistance Band Dead Bug&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Band Resisted Dead Bug Exercise\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nha5Hz5_SOs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Place the band around your feet and lie on the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lift your legs off the floor and bend your knees with your feet facing forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your arms straight toward the ceiling. That&#8217;s the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stretch your right leg against you while keeping your left one bend. You can also bring your opposite arm behind you at the same time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do it until you feel the pain.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Banded Hip Bridge<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Banded-Hip-Bridge.jpg\" alt=\"resistance band ab workout\" class=\"wp-image-6393\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Banded-Hip-Bridge.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Banded-Hip-Bridge-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Banded-Hip-Bridge-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Place the mini bands around your hips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lie on the floor with your knees bent in front of you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your feet flat and arms straight at your sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lift your hips off the floor as high as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold there for five to ten seconds, and then lower your hip back on the floor and repeat for the required times.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Russian Twist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Russian Twist\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gs7IizRRX9U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Sit on the floor with your legs straight in front of you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place one end of the band around your feet, hold the other end with your hands, and pull it toward your stomach. That&#8217;s the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Twist your torso from side to side for the desired time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try to bring the band as close to the floor as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Knee to outside elbow Crunch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Anchor the band around your feet and get into a high plank position with your arms straight below your shoulders and legs shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull your right knee toward the right elbow as close as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pause for a second and then return to the start.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. V Leg Lifts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Sit on the floor and place the band around your shins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lie on your back and keep your legs straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stretch the legs out to make a &#8220;V&#8221; shape. That&#8217;s the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your legs together until they are in line with your hips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can hold for a couple of seconds at that point before your lower to the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aim for two sets of eight to ten reps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Resistance Band Workouts for Abs (with Anchor)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do additional abs exercises with resistance bands if you have an anchor or attachment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The attachment allows you to perform abs exercises more efficiently and helps you build a sturdy core.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Resistance Band Kneeling Crunch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How To Do A KNEELING RESISTANCE BAND CRUNCH | Exercise Demonstration Video and Guide\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/g3EVVCKsfmw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attach the band to the door, sit on your knees, and grab the band firmly with your hands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull the band and curl your torso until you feel the contraction in your abs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pause for a couple of seconds and then return to the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do two sets of eight to ten reps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Banded Leg Raises<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Abs: Resistance Band Reverse Crunch\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fwwzd0wxmWQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Anchor the band to something.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the band around your feet and lie on the floor with your legs straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your arms straight under your glutes for support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brace your core and raise your legs off the floor until your feet face the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pause and then return to the start.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Banded Reverse Crunch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Tutorial | Reverse Crunch with Resistance Bands\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J5wmyKpHkgo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>&nbsp;Attach the band to a firm object, place the band around your feet, and lie on the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your legs straight, arms straight at your sides, and hands under the glutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your legs straight together until they are straight toward the ceiling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold there for a moment and then lower them down.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do two sets of eight to ten reps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Standing Resistance Band Crunches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Standing Resistance Band Crunches\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GZSZEiqxi2w?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Anchor the band to the door and stand against it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grab the band firmly over your head with both hands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curl your torso until you feel the contraction in your abs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pause for a couple of seconds and then return to the start.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Side Plank Band Pull<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Side Plank Band Pull\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0iIR5wsTD3I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Anchor the band to a firm object.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grab the other end firmly with your right hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get into a side plank position on your left side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull the band towards your body as far as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a moment and return it to the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do two sets of eight to ten reps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Woodchop (Downward)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Banded Chop\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ivziZev2BzA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Anchor the band to incline the object, typically to the door.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grab the band and stand to the side a couple of steps away.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brace your core, and pull the band toward your knees as far as possible. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do two sets of eight to ten reps each.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Woodchop (Low to High)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Banded Chop 2\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zfYF2_-P_xU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li>Stand straight with your feet about shoulder-width stance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold the band with your hands firmly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brace your core, and pull the band over your right shoulder by twisting your torso.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your elbows locked throughout the movement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aim for two sets of eight to ten reps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Best Resistance Band Core Workout Routine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Resistance-Band-Core-Workout.jpg\" alt=\"resistance band core workout\" class=\"wp-image-18037\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Resistance-Band-Core-Workout.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Resistance-Band-Core-Workout-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Resistance-Band-Core-Workout-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s an example of a 20-minute weekly abs workout routine you can do with a set of resistance bands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It includes upper abs and oblique workout on Monday, lower abs and obliques on Wednesday, and upper and lower abs on Friday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is one of the routines I followed personally for one month. It helped me build a stiff core and improved my abs&#8217; appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also try it for a month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Duration: <\/strong>20 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rest between exercises: <\/strong>15-30 seconds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The interval between rounds: <\/strong>90-sec to 2 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warm-up: <\/strong>Perform 3-5 minutes of <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/bodyweight-cardio-exercises-with-pdf\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"10938\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bodyweight cardio exercises<\/a> to increase body temperature and oxygen flow before starting the abs workout.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adjustment: <\/strong>Make as many changes as you like.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Monday &#8211; Upper Abs and Obliques<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>20 Standing Oblique Crunches (10\/side)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Bodyweight Torso Curls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15-sec Russian Twist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15-sec Bicycle Crunch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20 High to Low Woodchop (10\/side)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15 Kneeling Crunches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat as many times as possible in 20 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wednesday &#8211; Lower Abs and Oblique<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>15-sec Mountain Climber<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20 Low to High Woodchop (10\/side)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15-sec Flutter Kicks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12 Side Leg Raises (6\/side)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Single-Leg Lifts (5\/leg)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15-sec Russian Twist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Dead Bug Crunches (5\/side)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AMRAP in 20 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Friday &#8211; Upper and Lower Abs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>20 Standing Crunches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Reverse Crunches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20 Kneeling Crunches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 V Leg Lifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Bird Dog Crunches (5\/leg)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10 Leg Raises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AMRAP in 20 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Download The Resistance Band Abs Workout PDF<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-file\"><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-447a7060-4e97-482a-b430-3c78ccc27560\" href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/resistance-band-core-exercises.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Resistance Band Core Workout<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/resistance-band-core-exercises.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-447a7060-4e97-482a-b430-3c78ccc27560\" download>Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Related Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-loop-band-tricep-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Resistance Band Tricep Exercises<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-band-bicep-exercises\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-band-bicep-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Banded Bicep Exercises<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-band-chest-workout\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-band-chest-workout\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Resistance Band Chest Workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-band-door-exercises-with-pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-band-door-exercises-with-pdf\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">20 Best Resistance Band Door Exercises<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/8-week-resistance-band-push-pull-legs-program-pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/8-week-resistance-band-push-pull-legs-program-pdf\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8 Week Banded Push\/Pull\/Legs Training Program w\/PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"modern-footnotes-list-heading \">References<\/h3><ul class=\"modern-footnotes-list \"><li><span>1<\/span><div> Kim E, Lee H. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3805012\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3805012\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The effects of deep abdominal muscle strengthening exercises<\/a> on respiratory function and lumbar stability.&nbsp;<em>J Phys Ther Sci<\/em>. 2013;25(6):663-665. doi:10.1589\/jpts.25.663<\/div><\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re looking for the best exercises to bolster your core with resistance bands at home, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. In this article, I&#8217;ve shared the 20 resistance band abs exercises that will reinforce your core, improve the shape of your six-pack abs, and enhance athletic and lifting performance. 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