- click for our FREE health guides! br br Souletics® founder Damon J. Smith demonstrates how to get abs with simple breathing exercises. Proper breathing technique is important to getting great core strength, preventing injury, and reducing stress. br br These abdominal breathing exercises are perfect for times when you don't have the time or energy for a full ab workout, or when you're recovering from childbirth, surgery or injuries. It's a safe, simple way to get great abs.