Maintaining a strong centre is the best way to support your back, and impact the stability of your entire body.
Core Assignment
1. Get into an elbow-supported plank position.
2. Clasp your hands in front of you and tuck your toes.
3. Keep your shoulders and elbows aligned, and maintain a flat back. Hold this position for 30 seconds.
4. Lift your right arm up, parallel to the floor, and hold. Switch sides.
5. Begin alternating faster, keeping your abs engaged, for 20 reps.
6. Now, push up into a full plank position, with straight arms. Lift right leg up – and then alternate for 20 reps.
7. Next – side planks. Keep right hand on the ground, lift your left arm and stack your heels. Lift and lower your hips for 30 seconds on each side.
8. Engage your abs to help you alternate to the other side.
9. Lower back to plank, and straddle-jump your legs for 20 reps.
10. Drop to your elbows, and hold for 10 seconds.
