Charles Glass wants to help the next generation get shredded abs!
Bodybuilding legend Charles Glass remains extremely active in the gym as he works with different competitors while sharing his wisdom on social media. Recently, Glass shared five ab exercises needed to get shredded.
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The “Godfather of Bodybuilding” has over 35 years of coaching experience and has trained some of the biggest names in the bodybuilding world, including Flex Wheeler and Dexter Jackson. He’s known for his meticulous training approach to transform physiques and bring out their fullest potential. Recently, Glass discussed some of the top ways to build strong, visible abs.
Charles Glass Top 5 Ab Exercises
Charles Glass was able to pick out five specific exercises needed to build shredded abs:
Roman Chair Lifts
All exercises should provide tension in the correct places. Once your legs are supported by the chair fully, you are in position and ready to go. Glass prioritizes pulling the glutes away from the pad.
“During the movement, the buttocks come away from the pad and the bottom, two inches or so. The action directs the tension specifically into the abs.”
Cable Rope Crunches
Cable rope crunches are a main exercise needed to hit the upper abs and obliques. Glass recommends being 1-2 feet away from the machine before beginning the movement.
“Try to focus on nothing but the upper abs and the upper obliques. A lot of people stand close but we’re going to stand back about 1-2 feet.”
Weighted Crunches
Charles Glass moves onto discuss weighted crunches. He tells gym goers to focus on the corner of the ceiling when performing this exercise. To make it even more difficult, there is one adjustment.
“To increase the difficulty level, drive your hands directly upward above your eyes. This modification intensifies the exercise and challenges your core muscles further.”
Seated Crunches
The seated crunch can double as a calf raise if done properly.
“Begin by grabbing a dumbbell and tucking it securely under your chin. As you initiate the crunch motion, simultaneously perform a seated calf raise. Coordinate the downward crunch with the calf raise movement, ensuring they occur simultaneously.”
Leg Lifts on Flat Bench
The final exercise is the leg lift on a flat bench. Charles Glass discusses how important it is to be stable on the bench before beginning.
“Maintaining a tight body position is crucial. Avoid simply lifting the lower legs upwards without control. Instead, focus on squeezing through the abs with each repetition.”
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