Briana Ottinger
Jul 24, 20191 min
Welcome to #workoutwednesday, a new series where I'll be posting a FREE workout 2-3 times per month. Part of my continued effort to make fitness more accessible to everyone. Here are FOUR Benefits of a Strong Core & a workout to help you get a stronger core!
1. Injury Prevention - all movement starts at the center of our body. I practice this breathing exercise from Girls Gone Strong with my clients all the time. I recommend it before every workout.
2. Protection - Your abdominals aren't just there to look good, they protect your inner organs and central nervous system.
3. Bye Bye Back Pain- When you engage your core during lifting, bending and twisting movements, you help protect your lower back.
4. Confidence - A strong core leads to better posture, and it's hard not to feel confident when you carry yourself well.
Repeat this core workout 3-5x after the connection breath exercise above.
15 Bicycles
15 Toe Touch Crunches
15 Side Plank Hip Dips, right
15 Side Plank Hip Dips, left
30 Mountain Climbers
20 Windshield Wipers
What's your favorite core exercise? Tell me below and I may feature it in a future workout!
Disclaimer: Consult your physician before starting this or any exercise program. If you experience pain, difficulty breathing or feel lightheaded or faint stop and consult your physician.