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You do not need a machine to get those rock hard abs. A few exercises during an outdoor run or a hike can help you get there. Adding these exercises by fitness expert Aman Doshi in your next outdoor workout will not only make your legs look impressive but will also strengthen those surrounding areas-- the hips, the pelvis and the spine.
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Superman pullup: Lie on your stomach with your arms extended out in front of you. Now raise your chest and arms off the floor while you engage your chest, core and shoulders. Then draw your elbows in towards your chest like you are performing a pull-up. Extend your arms out again. That completes one rep. Do three sets of 25 reps of this exercise.
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Mountain Climber: To get into this position, get into the plank position where your chest is straight over your hands. Now, lift your right leg off the floor and bring your knee as close to your chest as you can. Return to the starting position and repeat with your left leg. Do three sets of 15 repetitions of this exercise.
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Revive your abs with bicycle crunches: A simple exercise, bicycle crunches works wonderfully in toning the mid-rib section of the body. Make the opposite knee and arm meet or come as close as possible. While going through multiple repetitions in quick succession, ensure that your back is kept straight. To support the torso, put your hands behind your head or under your hips and continue.
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Planking with shoulder taps: Start with the high plank position, with your feet placed hip-distance apart. Now, tap each shoulder with the opposite hand. Channelize your glutes and core strength to maintain stability, while keeping the hips still. Continue the same exercise for a minute, to enjoy the best results.
