3 At-Home Core Exercises You Can Do Today To Improve Your Longevity

As much as we don’t want to believe it, we’re all getting older. Fortunately, there are actions we can take today to help us age like a fine wine. One such action is participating in a comprehensive resistance training program that contains numerous core exercises. Incorporating core exercises NOW can help prevent back pain, improve posture, and minimize injuries later in life. Your core includes several, large muscle groups, which means strengthening them can help you burn more calories, aiding in weight management (source).

Yes, core training includes exercises for your abs, but it also includes exercises for your glutes, quads, lower back, and obliques. We love core training at our South Tampa studio because clients of all ages can benefit from having a strong core regardless of their fitness goals. The following videos showcase three specific core exercises that anyone can do to build core strength & stability.

90/90 Stand Up

Sitting on the floor, set up your legs in the 90/90 position. The heel of the lead leg should be next to the knee of the trail leg. Extend/lift your pelvis off the ground using your glutes & hip muscles. Next, step your trail leg up so that you’re in the half-kneeling position, then stand up. Perform the same series of movements in reverse till you’re back on the ground in your starting position. Repeat movement for 5-10 reps.

Turkish Sit-up

Lying on your back, point your right hand towards the ceiling and bend your right knee till your foot is flat on the floor. Place your left arm flat on the ground, halfway between your shoulder line and left hip. Slowly roll to your left, keeping your right hand pointed to the ceiling. Once your right shoulder blade is off the ground, continue to roll to the left until you’re on your left elbow. Continue to roll to the left until your left arm is fully extended. Perform the same series of movements in reverse till you’re back in your starting position. Perform 5-10 reps on each side.

Quad Ped Shoulder Taps

Setup in the quad ped position with your feet approximately hip-width apart. Use your right hand to touch your left shoulder & your left hand to touch your right shoulder. Repeat the movement for the desired number of reps. Make sure your pelvis stays level to the floor throughout the movement.

 

 

 

If you’re ready to experience how a strong core can help you feel good this year and years to come, stop by our South Tampa personal training studio. Call 813-731-2901 to schedule your complimentary movement assessment and workout.