</a><p>When you want to work your abs without getting on the floor, try this 10-minute standing abs workout. In this core-strengthening routine, you'll do bodyweight moves for your abs</a>, as well as a few using a five- to 10-pound dumbbell to add intensity. This 10-minute standing abs workout features 11 different exercises, including sumo squats with side bends</a>, standing kick crunches</a>, and dumbbell wood chops</a>. Make sure to really focus on using your core muscles when doing these exercises - not momentum. And if holding the dumbbell feels like too much, do these moves without it.</p><br /><p>These exercises will not only strengthen the muscles in your core, including your obliques and lower abs, but you'll also work your legs and arms. This strength-training workout will also elevate your heart rate, so you're getting in a quick cardio workout, too. Having a strong core isn't just for looks! It can prevent back pain</a>, is essential for stabilizing your spine to improve your posture</a> and prevent injury, and will help you during other workouts like running, HIIT</a>, and weightlifting. </p><br /> <p>Related: No Gym Needed With This At-Home Fitness Plan - All the Workouts Are Videos!</a></p><br /><br />Credits: On Anna: Adidas clothes</a> and APL shoes</a><br /></p>
