
10 Min Standing Arms & Abs: No Crunches or Planks, Pregnancy Friendly
- Duration
- 12 min
- Level
- Beginner
- Body Focus
- Upper Body
- Est. Calories
- ~86 kcal
Ten standing minutes of arm and core work with no crunches, no planks and no floor work, described as pregnancy friendly.
MadFit's 10-minute standing session builds upper body and core strength with functional moves, skipping crunches, planks and anything on the floor. Exercises don't repeat, and the routine is presented as pregnancy friendly, so it also suits anyone who prefers to stay upright. The video runs about 12 minutes.
Who Is It For?
Anyone who wants a short, standing arms and abs workout without getting on the floor, including during pregnancy with a doctor's approval.
Who Is It Not For?
Not ideal if you want heavy lifting or high-intensity cardio: this is a short, standing arms and abs session.
Key Benefits
Builds upper body and core strength with functional standing moves, in a quick session that avoids crunches, planks and floor work.
Things to Keep in Mind
If you are pregnant, check with your doctor or midwife first and ease off any move that feels uncomfortable.
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