Back in the day, 6-pack abs was the goal. Now it's all about the core baby. Many people think the core is just the front of your abdominals. You know, the ones you can see if you possess a 6 pack. In fact, the core is a network of muscles located around the lower spine, …
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Total Body Blast
The Holiday Hustle. Here's how it works. Subscribe to the blog to get the workouts daily. If you need structure, print out the 25 day calendar and check off the days as you go along. Click here for a copy of the full 25 day challenge. Always warm up prior to beginning. Check with a doctor …
Getting to the Core
So here's a little 4-1-1 about running. A strong core (midsection) is your secret weapon for distance running. Or running in general. By incorporating core work such as planks, plank variations, pushups, as well as other body weight exercises such as inchworms, mountain climbers and yes, burpees, you are strengthening your midsection. And this is …
Legs, Legs, and Core
"Don't count the days. Make the days count" ~ Muhammad Ali Here’s your Challenge Workout for today: Pistol Squat (15 repetitions each leg) Single Leg Lunge with Knee Up (20 repetitions each leg) Triangle (30 seconds each side) Flutter Abs (30 seconds) Tuck and Reach (20 repetitions each leg) Do this workout 2 times through. …
Pilates. You’re Welcome.
I hope you like today's workout. It's ab-centric. It's Pilates-based. It's #awesome. April Challenge - Thursday April 21st Now go run! Keli 🙂
Plank-A-Day Challenge – Day 22
Happy Monday! You may have noticed that we're ratcheting up the intensity a smidge. Spiderman Climbers to Plank Hold Start in a high or low plank Lift your right foot off the ground, and bring your knee to the outside of your right elbow, squeezing your right obliques. Press leg back to start position. Switch …
Plank-A-Day Challenge – Day 14
Nothing fancy today. Settle in for a relaxing plank. The Plank Get into a high (on your hands) or low (on your forearms) plank position. Keep your spine straight; this means keeping your hips lifted, abs engaged all while keeping your tush down. Hold for 1 minute. Rest and then repeat for 30 seconds. Now …
Plank-A-Day Challenge: Day 3
Happy Hump Day! When doing today's workout focus on these three key points: 1. "Stand" strong in your arms. 2. Lift your belly button away from the ground towards your spine and then tighten and HOLD it up. 3. Breathe. Ready? Here we go! Plank to Plank Jacks • Start in a high or low …
Core Challenge Workout – Day 30
Our Challenge is nearing its end! It’s really been a great experience for me to prepare and share these workouts with you. Thanks for being a part of the fun! Here is your 30th Core Challenge Workout for today: Spiderman Climbers (45 seconds on – 15 second rest as you transition to Toe Touch Crunch) …
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