Home-Based Abs Routine - 4 Week Progress Plan
Introduction
This 4-week abs routine is designed to help sculpt more visible and fuller abs from home. Do this routine 3-4
times per week, ideally post-workout. Progress each week by adding reps, slowing tempo, or adding
resistance.
Weekly Routine
Each session (20-25 mins):
- 30 seconds work, 15 seconds rest
- 3 rounds total
- 60 seconds rest between rounds
Exercises:
1. Weighted Crunches or Slow Crunches with 2-sec pause
2. Lying Leg Raises with Hip Lift
3. Plank to Push-Up (Plank Walkout)
4. Reverse Crunches with 3-sec eccentric
5. Toe Reaches or Pulse Crunches
6. Plank with Alternating Knee Taps
[Optional Finisher] Hollow Body Hold - 30 seconds
4-Week Progression Plan
Week 1:
- Bodyweight only, 3 rounds
- Focus on slow tempo and form
Week 2:
- Add 1 more round if comfortable (up to 4)
- Add backpack/plate for crunches
Home-Based Abs Routine - 4 Week Progress Plan
Week 3:
- Increase reps (aim for 35-40 sec per set)
- Pause 2-3 seconds on peak contraction
Week 4:
- Use weighted crunches and leg raises
- Aim for max tension, quality over speed
BONUS (Daily):
- 1-minute vacuum hold every morning on an empty stomach