Photo by Freepik
Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Exercise
A strong core is crucial for overall stability and proper posture. By incorporating core-strengthening exercises into your fitness routine, you can improve your balance, reduce the risk of injury, and enhance your athletic performance.
Photo by Unsplash
Start in a push-up position with your forearms on the ground, elbows directly under your shoulders. Engage your core, keeping your body in a straight line from head to toe. Hold this position for as long as you can while maintaining proper form.
Photo by Unsplash
Sit on the ground with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Lean back slightly while keeping your back straight. Clasp your hands together in front of your chest and twist your torso to the right, then to the left, while keeping your core engaged. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Photo by Unsplash
Lie on your back with your hands behind your head and knees bent. Lift your shoulders off the ground and bring your right elbow towards your left knee while extending your right leg. Repeat on the other side, bringing your left elbow. Continue alternating sides in a pedaling motion.
Photo by Freepik
Start in a push-up position with your hands directly under your shoulders. Engage your core and bring one knee towards your chest, then quickly switch legs, as if you're running in place. Keep your hips low and maintain a fast pace.
Photo by Freepik
Lie on your back with your arms extended towards the ceiling and knees bent at a 90-degree angle. Slowly lower your right arm behind your head while simultaneously straightening your left leg, hovering it just above the ground. Return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.
Photo by Unsplash
Lie on your back with your arms extended above your head. Slowly roll up, reaching your fingertips towards your toes, and then slowly roll back down to the starting position. Focus on using your core muscles to control the movement.
Photo by Unsplash
Remember to always maintain proper form during these exercises and start with a level that suits your fitness level. Gradually increase the intensity and number of repetitions as you get stronger. Additionally, incorporating other exercises like squats, lunges, and back extensions can also help strengthen your core indirectly.
Photo by Unsplash
Register now on Nutrabay and get an additional 10% off on Protein Supplements