Crunches

• Muscles involved: Abs
• Start Position (picture 1): Lie down on a bench (or on the floor) with your back flat. Affix the resistance band to a stationary object and hold the handles to your chest.
• Finish Position (picture 2): Squeeze your abs and crunch your shoulders off the ground while maintaining a flat back. Have your eyes facing the ceiling, to eliminate neck strain (do NOT tuck your chin against your chest).

Side Bends

• Muscles involved: Obliques
• Start Position (picture 1): Stand with your feet on the resistance band. Hold both the handles in one hand. Bend laterally on the side you’re holding the resistance band.
• Finish Position (picture 2): Bend laterally to the other side feeling the stretch in the obliques. Switch sides after ample repetitions have been performed.