You are determined to get six-pack abs or more but are bored of pumping iron at the gym, then try this MMA workout to shake off those ugly pounds and get the abs of your dreams.
MMA artists have extra-ordinary physiques, which cannot be carved out by simply performing routine exercises. Since Muay Thai is an integral part of MMA training, the lethal combination of punches, kicks and knee strikes help in getting the abs that you long for.
This Muay-Thai inspired workout helps you to strengthen your core while giving your body ideal cuts. By following this workout, you will able to get a shredded body just like you see in MMA fights without having to embrace any bruises.
How Does It Work?
Following workout copies most of the fight moves, like extending knee strikes or protecting oneself from attack with the help of your knee and arm. This helps in targeting the core muscles which need to work harder while trying to retain the body’s balance. The result of these awkward moves is quite rewarding as you get sculpted abs, significant weight loss and improved strength.
Starting Off
Perform the workout for six days a week. Complete one exercise and then rest for some time to move on to another.
Exercise # 1 – Standing Knee Strike
Level: Beginner
Target Area: Core
Equipment Required: None
Instructions
Stand feet shoulder width apart in front of wall so that you can grab the wall if you need to. Get into a fighting stance, arms extended in front of you, as if holding the opponent from the back of the head. Now slowly draw your arms back across your chest, bringing forward your hind leg raising the knee as if you were to strike the opponent’s head. Keep your knee raised for three seconds and then switch side.
Exercise # 2 – Thai Plank
Level: Intermediate
Target Area: Core
Equipment Required: None
Photo: RDX X5 MMA Fight Gloves
Instructions
Get on the floor in a push-up position, bending your elbows so that your forearms lie flat on the floor. Now move your body to the right, lifting your right arm and right leg and bringing them towards your core in a manner that your elbow and knee touch. Now raise your diaphragm by taking in a deep breath, pushing your abs outside for three seconds. Now go back to the starting position and perform the same moves on the opposite side.
Exercise # 3 – Thai Cross
Level: Intermediate
Target Area: Core
Equipment Required: None
Instructions
Get into a push-up position, then move towards your right so that your left hand and left foot support all the body’s weight and your right hand is raised overhead. Now bring your right arm and your right knee towards your core so that your knee and elbow touch. Now brace for three seconds so that your abs are pushed outwards and your diaphragm is lifted. Now perform the exercise on the opposite side.
