Plank
A fundamental core-stability exercise holding a rigid body line on forearms or hands, strengthening the abs, shoulders, and deep stabilizers.
BEGINNER
Cross Punch Rollup
Cross Punch Rollup strengthens your core and lower back. This movement kicks up your heart rate as it tones the entire upper body, especially the shoulders, biceps, and triceps.
Instructions
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Place your hands in a fighting position directly in front of your face.
- Do a standard squat, landing four punches over your shoulder with the last punch at the top of the movement. Slowly lower yourself to the starting position.
Tips
- Don't hold your breath.
- Keep your shoulders straight and look ahead at all times.
Alternative Exercises
Crunch
Crunch is a classic core exercise that explicitly trains your abdominal muscles - part of your core. It also includes your oblique muscles on the sides of your trunk and the muscles in your pelvis, lower back, and hips.
Russian Twist
Russian Twist strengthens your core, obliques, and spine. It's a total core exercise that also works your balance, builds stability in your spine, and trims your mid-section all at once.
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