Core Exercise Combo (2 MOVES TO A BALANCED CORE!)

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Get over 110 core exercises in the Athlean-x system here http://athleanx.com/x/unlimited-core-workouts-included There are lots of core exercises to choose from when it comes to building a stronger core. The mistake occurs when you limit these exercises to those that only work your abs and obliques. If you want to truly develop stronger core muscles you have to be sure you are working the muscles on both the front and back of your body. In this video, I show you a core exercise combo that you can use to not only strengthen your core muscles but test their strength to begin with. By simply lying on your back with a pair of dumbbells in your hands, you’ll be able to see just how out of balance your front side dominant core muscles are from your often overlooked posterior chain core muscles. Start by lying on your back with a pair of dumbbells in your hands. Lift your legs up off the ground and spread them apart to engage your lower abs and hold your dumbbells out to your sides overhead. From here, begin the motion of making an angel in the snow and time how long you can continue this or count the number of reps you complete until reaching failure. Most will be able to handle at least ten pound dumbbells if not higher and last for at least 10 or more reps. As soon as you can’t do anymore, you will want to flip over onto your stomach and repeat the motion this time with your legs and thighs lifted off the ground. Of course, your upper body will not be touching the groun

Published 2015-07-02 · Watch on YouTube ↗
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