This rotational core challenge combines plank stability with dynamic movement, building incredible core strength while improving your ability to rotate and reach in different directions.
HOW TO DO IT:
- Start in a plank position with hands under shoulders
- Lift one arm off the ground and rotate your body, reaching that arm toward the ceiling
- Follow your hand with your eyes as you rotate
- Your body should form a “T” shape at the top of the movement, with bottom hand directly under your shoulder
- Rotate back down to the starting plank position with control
- Keep your core tight & body straight throughout the entire movement
- Repeat on other side
- Continue alternating – left, right, left right…
MAKE IT COUNT:
- Do as many as you can
- If your shoulders give out before your core, add some Crunches
MAKE IT EASIER:
- Perform the exercise on your knees and/or elbows instead
- Don’t rotate as far – stop when comfortable
- Move more slowly and focus on control
MAKE IT HARDER:
- At the top of the rotation, drop your hip down, then lift it up
- At the bottom of the rotation, reach under your body & tap the floor behind you
- Add a light weight in the rotating hand
MAKE IT FUN:
- Share this with a friend so you have a workout buddy!
PRACTICAL USES:
- Better rotational strength for sports like golf, tennis, or baseball
- Better balance while reaching across your body
- Bucket brigades!
- Stacking sandbags
- Loading bales of hay
- Playing Twister
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