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I recommend the following exercises done at least thrice every week for faster results.

Side V-crunch

The side V-crunch exercise is a good waist trainer because it tones the obliques.

Follow the steps below to do it;

  • Lie on your right side, placing the left hand beside the left ear.
  • Lift your legs and torso from the surface, letting the knees meet the left elbow.
  • Slowly return to starting position, as one rep.
  • I recommend 10-12 reps of 3 sets on each side.

Heel touch

Heel touch exercise works the obliques and abdominals to achieve a small waist. The steps include;

  • Lie on your back and bend the knees.
  • Lift the shoulders and upper back, two inches off the surface.
  • Stretch the right hand to touch the right ankle.
  • Hold for 3 seconds.
  • Switch to touch the other ankle, and hold for 3 seconds, as one rep.
  • Do 10-12 reps of 3 sets

Rainbow plank

This workout cuts fat and tones the area around the obliques. The steps include;

  • Get on a low plank position; forearms on the surface with elbows below the shoulders.
  • Arc your back and tuck in the tummy.
  • Shift your butt to the right side, almost touching the surface.
  • Hold for 3 seconds.
  • Shift your butt to the left, and hold for 3 seconds, as one rep.
  • Do 10-12 reps of 3 sets

Side bends

I love this exercise because it works miracles on my waist. It strengthens and tones the obliques. Follow the steps below;

  • Stand with legs more than shoulder width apart.
  • Arc in your back, keeping the chest out and knees soft.
  • Hold a small weight on the right side or improvise; for example, a convenient 3l or 5l water can.
  • Bend to the right without moving your lower body, as one rep.
  • Do 10-12 rep of 3 sets for each side.

X-crunches

X-crunches slim the waist by toning the obliques and abdominals. Do it in the steps below;

  • Lie on your back with legs straight and arms overhead.
  • Lift your right shoulder and left leg, letting the right hand meet the left toes.
  • Return to starting position as one rep.
  • Do 10-12 reps of 3 sets before doing the same on the other side.
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