There’s no doubt that core training can provide many benefits, including improved aesthetic appearance and reduced low-back soreness, which is why many people make it a priority to incorporate core exercises into their fitness regimen. But do you know if the exercises that you’re doing to strengthen your core are the most effective? There are…
There is no magic exercise that will give you an hourglass figure or rock-hard, six-pack abs. There is, however, a combination of exercises that, when combined with a healthy diet and an adequate calorie-burning cardio routine, may trim your waist and allow those abs to peek through. Strengthening and tightening your oblique muscles can contribute…
Summer Boot Camp finishes up with the final workout of this three-part series: core conditioning. A toned and tight tummy can make you appear taller and slimmer, but more importantly a strong torso helps improve your posture and enhance athletic performance. Gain the confidence to rock your summer attire with the help of these exercises…
We have all seen countless ads for exercise programs that promise a “flat belly.” Unfortunately, the promise of a flatter abdomen misses the mark when it comes to a fit mid-section, which functions to support your spine and promote good posture, among other things. In fact, upon further consideration, a flat belly isn’t really what…
The BOSU® Balance Trainer, now a staple in nearly every fitness facility, has been around for nearly 15 years. While the product can be easily integrated into all areas of fitness, core remains the number one use for this popular piece of equipment. The unique design and unstable surface enables you to work your core in…
Intrinsic strength is required to perform quality movement, and the TRX Suspension Trainer and the DVRT Ultimate Sandbag (USB) are perfect to begin building strength from the inside out. Here are some great combinations for the core that utilize these two pieces of equipment. These exercises, some of which are quite advanced, challenge all planes…
Front, side, reverse, hands or forearms, knees or toes—whichever way you choose to plank, this simple, stationary position is an essential exercise in your weekly fitness routine. When performed correctly, planking strengthens all the muscles that run up and down your spine, which helps you to stand, rotate, bend and lift with ease. And let’s…
Your core consists of the muscles that stabilize the spine and hips, and includes all the muscles of the abdomen, back, glutes and upper legs. A strong core helps protect the entire midsection, and enhances both mobility and stability, which, in turn, improves movement efficiency and keeps the muscles functioning in coordination with one another….
The word “core” is thrown around so often in today’s movement classes, it’s almost lost all meaning. The core doesn’t mean just your abdominals or the front of the body. It means the entire trunk, front and back, including the hips. The goal in this series of exercises is to help train and create core…
Whether you or your clients travel every week or once a year, being away from home shouldn’t stop anyone from working toward personal fitness goals. This core workout can be done as its own workout or in addition to an upper-body or lower-body circuit. Try committing 15 to 20 minutes, twice a week to build…