5 exercises for a stronger core
There is no substitute for a strong core. The core of your body is made up of hundreds of muscles so logically there are hundreds of exercises designed to strengthen your core. Here are 5 core exercises you can do daily for a rock solid midsection.
The Bicycle
Lay on your back with your knees bent at a ninety degree angle. Keep you shoulder blades off the floor. Use your hands to support your head. Lift your feet in the air and move your legs like you’re pedaling a bicycle. At the same time lift from your stomach and bring your elbow in to touch the opposite knee. Alternate back and forth. As each knee comes in bring the opposite elbow in. This twisting crunch will work wonders on your core.
The Plank
Lie down on your stomach.Support the weight of your body on your toes and forearms. Keep your elbows bent at a 90 degree angle and keep your body straight without arching your back. Hold for as long as you can. Can you go 90 seconds? Lift one foot in the air for added difficulty.
The Twisting Superman
Lie down on your stomach and arch your back. Extend your arms and legs out like your flying superman style. Keep your balance with only your stomach touching the ground for as long as you can. Twist to one side, then back to center, then to the other side while you fly. Feel the burn superman!
The V Hold
Lie on your back and lift your arms back and legs in the air to form a V. Keeping your balance hold this position for as long as you can. V is for very strong core.
Thrusting Pelvis
Lie down on your back. Feet shoulder width apart and knees bent at 45 degrees. Place your hands on your hips, tighten lower back and buttocks and begin to push hips toward the ceiling until torso forms a straight line from shoulders to knees. Keep your body weight off your neck hold position for 10 seconds. Then repeat.
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