Pulse Up

The Pulse Up is an abdominal exercise that focuses on working to flatten stomach areas. It is a workout that can be done without any external equipment. It is said to target the lower back muscles and the rectus abdominis muscle, which is the large muscle in the center of the midsection. The Pulse Up is considered by some to be an intermediate abdominal workout that is a bit more difficult than other beginner exercises.

To perform a Pulse Up, one must start with his or her back flat on the floor and hands underneath the tailbone or buttocks. Then the individual must lift both of his or her legs straight up in the air to a vertical position so that the body is bent to a 90 degree angle at the hips. Then, contracting the gluteal and abdominal muscles and pulling the midsection inward, the participant then lifts his or her hips a few inches off the floor, sending the legs further upward in the air. This motion is repeated over and over again, just as any other exercise. Again, the Pulse Up is geared toward individuals who are looking to tighten and flatten stomach muscles. It may well be helpful in this regard for individuals who are able to perform it regularly.