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Ab Routines to Rock Your World

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UVA chapter.

Bored with the same workout routine everyday? You see those beautifully defined abs on Pinterest, but no matter how many tedious little crunches you do, the cover of Victoria’s Secret still seems so far out of reach. But fear not, because I have discovered a website that no girl can turn a cheek to. Randomabs.com. I was introduced to it by a good friend, who raved about the challenging routines posted everyday. All you have to do is go to the website, and everyday a new abs’ routine is posted. The routines include moves like the “Side Bend,” “Pulse Ups,” and the “Human Jackhammer.” Don’t know what that means? No worries, the makers of the site have conveniently put up videos that demonstrate how to execute the moves. Believe me, you won’t look silly at the gym when you have a 6? pack to vouch for your efforts.
 

Some may ask, why give up time from running to do strength training? I love the feeling of a long cardio session as much as the next girl, but sadly you aren’t giving your body the best workout without strength training. According to EverydayHealth.com, strength training not only better defines your body, but also even protects bone and muscle mass. YET, the fact that really got me convinced to try more strength type training is that strength training actually helps you burn more calories even post work out. Yes, you heard right ladies, strength training is known to boost your metabolism by 15%, meaning you can workout and keep reaping the benefits throughout the day.

So, start one of this new strength?training plan is get on Randomabs.com. Believe me, your bathing suit will be thanking you as the summer sun approaches in our near future!