Core Stabilization Plan 1

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The Core Stabilization Plan 1 routine by JefitTeam is a 1 day workout plan. It is a beginner level plan to achieve general fitness goals.

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This is a core stabilization program designed to strengthen the 30+ muscles that make up the core. T... Read More

This is a core stabilization program designed to strengthen the 30+ muscles that make up the core. This goes beyond traditional abdominal exercises. Keep in mind the core function in many ways such as: -spinal flexion -trunk rotation -lateral flexion -diagonal movements -stabilization Our 7-minute routine focuses on that last item above - stabilization. Perform each of the five exercises for 30-seconds. Then you will be asked to repeat the circuit for a second round of 30-seconds. Remember - don't hold your breath (known as valsalva maneuver) instead, focus on breathing during each 30-second needed for exercise. Exercise Notes: 1. Crunches - do not perform a traditional crunch! in this routine, the goal is to to lie supine, keeping the hips and knees at ninety degrees. Next, raise the shoulder blades completely off the floor and HOLD. Remember to focus on your breath. 2. Side Bridge - do not perform reps - raise the hips off the floor and HOLD. 3. Bird Dog - alternate between lifting the right arm/left leg and then the left arm/right leg. Each rep. should be held for 2-seconds. 4. Plank - raise body off the floor - keep the body engaged and straight as a board and HOLD. 5. Bridge - raise the hips off the floor and hold - keep the body engaged. Place a foam roller or yoga block between the legs as you squeeze the inner thighs throughout. Stay Strong Together, MICHAEL WOOD, CSCS Jefit