Interval Cardio
Warm up for five minutes. On a scale of one to 10, work out at level four or five for five minutes, and then up your intensity to six or seven for three minutes. Repeat the cycle twice. Cool down, then stretch for five minutes.
Daily Exercise Tip
Yo-yo exercising can lead to weight gain, so try to stick with your plan.
When you have a physical problem, it's always best to check with your doc first before doing any exercise regimen. So I would talk with your physical therapist and ask not only about crunches but the other exercises as well, just to make sure. --Donna Coco, articles editor, Body Soul
I have a collapsed vertebrae (T7) and was told by physical therapists not to do crunches. Any suggestions for abdominal exercises?