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.
BEGINNER
Jab-Cross
Jab-Cross is a bodyweight boxing sequence that targets Quads, lower back, shoulders, triceps, calves, lower abs, biceps, and cardiovascular system. Jab-cross demands a strong breathing technique and allows progression as you change speed and power.
Instructions
- Start in a standing boxing position with both hands in front of the chin and cheek in a protective shield.
- Keep your torso slightly arched and your legs ready to pivot to push the weight towards the target.
- Keep your head down and protected by one hand or the other as you throw punches.
- Keep your weight on your back foot until it's time to pass to build up speed and momentum.
- Start the combination of jab and cross. The jab goes straight, aiming at the opponent while the right hand protects the chin.
- The cross is a powerful full-body right-handed jab that pushes the torso and shoulder forward - if you're left-handed, adapt the cross jab combination to whatever feels most natural to you.
Tips
- Relax your muscles; if you are too tense, you will get tired very soon.
Alternative Exercises
V-Up
V-Up is an effective core exercise that targets your abdominal muscles as well as your glutes and hip flexors. By activating your rectus abdominis, V-ups allow you to build core strength.
Bicycle Crunch
Bicycle Crunch is the variations in bicycle crunches. This exercise works on both abs and obliques and also helps in toning the thighs and side abdominal muscles. Bicycle Crunch also improves core strength, stability, balance, and coordination.
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