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This is an advanced core workout session. If you need something less intense, check out my Strong Core (series 1) workout.
This program focuses more on core movement patterns versus basic ab exercises. Your core is made up of 29 different muscles, so performing just ab exercises involving just flexion, like a crunch, is NOT enough!
Your core or torso performs 4 basic movements: flexion, lateral flexion, stabilization (needed for plank variations), and rotation.
If you want to improve anything from performance to posture - core strength is critical.
NOTE: the majority of these exercises are performed while standing b/c you guessed it - life and athletic activities require you stand most of the time!
EQUIPMENT: if you don’t have a certain piece of equipment (b/c you’re home) don’t skip it ...get creative. Like replacing cable exercises with an exercise band.
Time: about 22 minutes
Stay Strong!
Michael Wood, CSCS
Cable Wood Chop
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1x12 reps |
rest: 30s
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Cable Pallof Press with Rotation
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1x15 reps |
rest: 30s
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Dumbbell Side Bend
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2x12 reps |
rest: 0s
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Medicine Ball Overhead Slam
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2x10 reps |
rest: 0s
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Barbell Ab Rollout (Kneeling)
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2x12 reps |
rest: 0s
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Forearm Plank with Hip Abduction
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2x15 reps |
rest: 0s
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Weight Plate Russian Twist
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1x20 reps |
rest: 0s
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