Quick & Effective: 10 Minute At-Home Ab Workout

Strengthen your core in just 10 minutes! This quick at-home ab workout targets your upper abs, lower abs, and obliques with no equipment needed.

8/25/20252 min read

Short on time but want to strengthen your core? This 10-minute ab workout is simple, effective, and requires zero equipment. In just 10 minutes, you’ll hit your upper abs, lower abs, and obliques—all from the comfort of your living room.

Quick Breakdown

  • Time: 10 minutes

  • Format: 40 seconds work / 20 seconds rest

  • Equipment: None

  • Focus: Core strength, stability, and definition

This workout keeps your heart rate up while targeting every section of your core.

The 10-Minute Ab Circuit

  1. Crunches
    Classic move to activate the upper abs. Keep your movements controlled—no pulling on your neck.

  2. Reverse Crunches
    Lift your hips off the floor to target the lower abs. Slow and steady makes it burn.

  3. Russian Twists
    Great for obliques. Keep your chest tall and twist side-to-side. For a challenge, lift your feet off the ground.

  4. Leg Raises
    Lower your legs with control to protect your back. Hands under your hips can help with support.

  5. Bicycle Crunches
    Elbow to opposite knee in a slow, twisting motion. Think "quality over speed."

  6. Plank (Elbow Hold)
    Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels. Don’t let your hips sag.

  7. Side Plank (Right)
    Engage your obliques and keep your hips lifted.

  8. Side Plank (Left)
    Same as above—balance, breathe, and hold.

  9. Mountain Climbers
    Drive your knees to your chest quickly. This one doubles as a cardio boost.

  10. Flutter Kicks
    Small, quick kicks just above the ground to finish off the lower abs.

Remember! 40 seconds on/20 seconds off! (Adjust timing to comfort)


Helpful Tips

  • Try your best to keep your core engaged throughout the workout.

  • Form is important; make sure to focus on form to prevent injury.

  • Adjust timing if needed.

Why Would This Be a Good Workout For You?

In just 10 minutes, this routine covers every part of your core while keeping your heart rate up. It’s quick, efficient, and can easily be added to the end of a workout—or done on its own when you’re pressed for time.

⚡ Try this workout 3 - 4 times a week and mix it with nutritional food for the best results!

man using ab roller
man using ab roller
All Equipment

Fitness Equipment

Yoga Mat

Ankle weights

Resistance bands

(Recommended Equipment)