Yoga for Abs Sequence

By Ann Pizer, About.com Guide

Updated August 09, 2012

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This sequence is made up of poses that will improve your core strength and help flatten your abs. You will never get a six-pack from doing yoga, but you can tone and strengthen your belly. Increased core strength will also help relieve back pain and improve your posture (nothing makes your belly look bigger than slouching!). Many of these poses are balances, so this sequence is most appropriate for intermediate to advanced yoga students.

Let's get started by coming onto all fours with your knees underneath your hips and your wrists underneath your shoulders.

Do a few Cat-Cow Stretches to warm up. Remember to keep the belly hugging toward the spine even in Cow Position.