Great Yoga Poses For the Perfect Abs

By
Milana N
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Yoga has numerous benefits, both physical and mental, and straightening your core is one of them. These are some of the best and most effective poses to try if you want strong and sculpted abs.

Camel Pose

Opening your chest and pushing your shoulder blades together is obviously a great way to stretch the entire front part of your body. At the same time, this exercise is targeting your abs and strengthening your core.

Boat Pose

This pose is a bit more challenging than others, but the benefits it brings are unbelievable. While lifting your legs in the air, you’re engaging your abdomen and straightening your spine and neck at the same time.

Cobra Pose

Apart from being great for abs, cobra pose is good for straightening arms, chest and shoulders and for relieving back pain.

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Side Plank Pose

Take your traditional plank pose to the next level by lifting one hand in the air and balancing your weight on the other hand. Although it requires a bit of skill and a lot of focus, this exercise is extremely effective.