6. Obliques:
Works the oblique abdominal muscles that criss-cross in front of your tummy.
Sit on the ball and very slowly roll out till your lower and middle back are supported on the ball. Link your fingers behind your head. Lift and twist your body towards the left leg, squeezing your tummy muscles. Lower to start position and repeat.
Work one side at a time. Do 16 reps then repeat the other side.
By doing this exercise on the ball you are challenging your balance and stability which makes the exercise tougher to do that on the floor.
Also read: 5 stamina-building yoga poses
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