
Work Your Core!
Updated: Jun 28, 2019
Try these four drills to strengthen your core! Great as a full workout (2-3 sets) or as an addition to other workouts (1 set).
*PREGNANT? Please read modifications below before performing the exercises. *POSTPARTUM w/ DIASTASIS RECTI? Please avoid these ones and check out core exercises for abdominal separation.
The workout: 1. Single Leg Drops X10 each leg 2. Rotational Plank X10 each side 3. Rotational Boat Pose X10 each side 4. Flutter Kicks X30 seconds Instructions:
Make sure to keep your abdominals engaged throughout the entire workout, and avoid holding your breath.
Perform 10 repetitions of first exercise.
Rest 15 seconds.
Continue with second – fourth exercise, resting between.
Rest for 60 seconds and repeat 2 more rounds.
How many times a week? I would recommend starting slowly with twice a week, and if you feel that things are going well increase to three or four times a week. You may also decide to start with one set only, and on the next workout increase to two sets and on the next one to three.
* PREGNANT? All exercises here are safe for you, but some modifications are recommended: : 1. Single Leg Drops: Modify by placing your elbows behind you on the floor for support, keeping your back of the ground. 2. Rotational Plank: The exercise is safe, however you may modify by simply holding a plank on your knees. 3. Rotational Boat Pose: The exercise is safe, but it is advanced. You may modify by placing a soft ball behind your lower back for support. 4. Flutter Kicks: Modify by placing your elbows behind you on the floor for support, keeping your back on the ground. Most importantly: Make sure you are breathing throughout the entire workout. Ignore the resting time suggested and rest as much as you need. If you do not feel well – stop.
Have fun!