Personal trainer reveals the 5 abs exercises most people are doing wrong — and how to fix your form

Woman doing a side plank on a yoga mat at home.

Performing abs exercises with poor form and still expecting to see results is like expecting your food to cook in the oven without turning the oven on. Proper form is the key ingredient in achieving a strong core and toned abs.

Without it, you’re not only wasting your time but also risking injury. Whether you’re doing crunches, planks, or leg raises, the way you move your body matters more than how many reps you can crank out.