Crunches get a bad rap, but they're still a solid core exercise. ... Double-Leg Stretch. This classic Pilates ab move and crunch variation is perfect for working both your upper and lower abs.

The double leg stretch will be familiar to anyone who has done Pilates, which meant I’d never heard of it. It’s a dynamic move that works your upper and lower core muscles, while limiting the ...

Try these Pilates-based crunches for abs and you're sure to be sore tomorrow. Try Well+. ... It will kind of remind you of the double leg stretch with legs straight,” she writes.

Crunch Variation: Double-Leg Stretch. This classic Pilates ab move and crunch variation is perfect for working both your upper and lower abs. The goal is to feel a deep scoop in your abs, ...

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Advanced Leg Crunches . This crunch variation targets the abs, including the obliques. Here's how to do it: Lie on your back with your knees bent and a 3-pound dumbbell between your feet.