Want Toned Abs? Forget The Gym And Try This 5 Exercise Pilates Routine At Home

If you thought Pilates is an exercise that can only be done with equipment, this will change your mind! Celebrity fitness expert Yasmin Karachiwala recently shared a 5 exercise Pilates routine that you can do without a reformer, wunda chair or other Pilates equipment. This exercise routine can help you have perfectly toned abs, at the comfort of your home. All you need, of course, is the motivation and dedication to exercise. Also, make sure that you perform the exercise with the right technique in order to gain maximum benefits from the workout.

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5 exercise Pilates routine for perfectly toned abs

In her post on Instagram, Yasmin writes that this workout is one of her favourites! "Do the exercises back to back as shown in the cover video for 6-8 reps each and repeat it for 3-5 sets. I promise you, you're abs will be on fire from inside out," she adds.

The five exercises included in the Pilates ab workout are:

1. Single Leg Stretch
2. Double Leg Stretch
3. Single Straight Leg Stretch
4. Double Straight Leg Stretch
5. Crisscross

Watch the video below and swipe right to see how each and every exercise is done. The workout can be your go-to option for days you don't feel like hitting the gym. Just grab your yoga mat and your favourite spot at home and start with this short and effective workout.

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Pilates is one of the most popular workout regimes, even in B-town. Numerous celebrities swear by this workout routine for weight loss and toned muscles. Pilates can help in improving your posture, flexibility and overall fitness levels.

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