Comments on: Absolutely Amazing Abs

By: Suzie Cooney from Maui

Suzie Cooney from Maui — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:30:02 +0000

Aloha Helen,
Thank you for your question. Exhale as you turn from side to side, and inhale at midline of body as proceed.
Regards and in good health,
Suzie Cooney

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By: Helen

Helen — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 01:49:14 +0000

Can you explain the best way to breathe in the prayer sit up. Do you exhale as you turn to the side and then inhale back to center.

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By: Helen Kilgallen

Helen Kilgallen — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 01:27:20 +0000

Absolutely loved your ab exercises. I introduced to my students at the end of my yoga class and they loved them. They were easy to follow and really engaged our core muscles. We do alot of core in our yoga classes but sometimes it is good to focus on the abs. Thank you I will add them in all my classes.

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By: Suzie Cooney from Maui

Suzie Cooney from Maui — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 18:59:11 +0000

Aloha Christie,

Thanks for stopping by ATHLETA and sharing your comments. Well, the legs have been through a lot last year April, wheelchair bound for 2 months, so they are still quite atrophied so I’m glad you think they’re strong. I’m doing lots of stand up paddling, long distance and wave riding and that helps. If you live near any body of water, SUP or stand up paddlng helped me get my legs back! I also have long legs so I’m lucky I guess.

We are all so different our body types. Tennis is a great way to get great legs, and yes lunges. Lots of them. Be sure to mix up the type of lunges you do. Speed walking is great and less jarring on the knees and back. I also use ankle weights of 3lbs in various exercises standing and while on the ground.

Be well,

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By: Christie Jones

Christie Jones — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:01:15 +0000

OK, I am digging all of the ABS exercises that you’ve shown us and will try them all out for sure! However, my question to you is how to you get such gorgous shaply legs!!! I am a big tennis player, singles and doubles and also always try to get in a lot of squats and lunges, but, hey, for some reason my legs do not look anything like your’s!!! Any suggestions? I am not close to a beach so the surfing would not be possible for me, unfortunately.

Thanks,

Christie Jones

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By: Suzie Cooney from Maui

Suzie Cooney from Maui — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:01:15 +0000

Aloha Mary! I see that you are from Hawaii! Yes, stand up paddling is AWESOME for the abs, especially paddling into the wind, and seated. I found this out yesterday on a long distance run here on the N Shore of Maui and I swear I thought my abs were getting the ultimate test!

Glad you like the suits and thank you for your comment.

Suzie Cooney

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By: Mary Lanser

Mary Lanser — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:44:09 +0000

Those are some great ideas for working the abs. I find that stand up paddling (and sitting down; crouching or on my knees paddling) are the best ab work outs I can do. Standing up is great for working on balance, coordination and reflexes, but I find that when I sit down (legs out in front) and paddle with a straight back, changing sides with my paddle, I get a great ab workout while on my board. This is even more true when it is a bit windy and then I also get a disneyland ride cutting through the wind swells! Our abdominal muscles are so important, stressing a work out that strengthens them is invaluable to our overall health. As we age it is even more important to keep those core muscles strong. BTW I just ordered a swim suit top from Athleta, and finally found a top that not only fits a C cup, but also stays in place while I am paddling! Thanks Athleta!

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By: Suzie Cooney from Maui

Suzie Cooney from Maui — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 20:50:18 +0000

Aloha Kim and thanks for your quesiton.

The lift up as your breath comes out, counting 2 seconds = 1 rep. Then you simply come down slightly, shoulders still off the ground then lift up again for your next rep. These are what I do to get that cut look. I try to do about 200 a day if I can. Don’t forget to include cardio which is another key component.

Hope this answers your question.

Be well,

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By: Kim

Kim — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 20:35:53 +0000

in the “AB CHEST LIFTS WITH EXTENDED LEG”, I am wondering what you are supposed to do after the 2 second hold and breathe out. You said to NOT let your shoulders come back to the ground but what do you do next, switch legs? I am trying very hard to sculpt my abs right now with a last layer of “flab” over them after losing 20 lbs in the last year. I need something very effective! Love your advice.

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By: julie

julie — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:49:14 +0000

wow, can’t wait to try it on maui in June. xojulie

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