Train for Life

Category: Core Strengthening Exercises

  • Third Day of Stretchmas

    Standard  Plank (on elbow) Modification: Perform on knees 20 – 30 second hold, 2 – 3 times  

  • Second Day of Stretchmas

    Dead Bug Perform 10 repetitions each side, 2 times.  

  • First Day of Stretchmas

    Cat-Cow 10 repetitions  Perform daily to warm-up prior to exercise. Also recommended to perform after extended periods of sitting or if experience tightness in upper/mid/lower back. 

  • Workout Wednesday

  • Workout Wednesday

    Are you seeking new core exercises to complement your movement practice? Do you want to improve your performance on the bike, tread, or row? Try these 10 core exercises, recommended by Peloton instructor, Rebecca Kennedy. For a detailed description of each movement and modifications, click here. Single Leg Lifts 10 – 20 repetitions 1 –…

  • Make Exercise FUN

    What’s the most fun way to exercise? The type of exercise that is most FUN for YOU! Peloton classes (Cycle, Pilates, Barre, Hikes, Runs, Yoga) Trekking the Washington Trails Outdoor Podcast Power Walks Weight Lifting at the Kent YMCA … to name some FUN exercises for me! Do what makes you happy. Consistency is key.…

  • Happy Halloween

    Did you over-indulge on Halloween candy? Are you experiencing an intense sugar high? Or, maybe you need to fight off the ‘Monday blues’? Burn off that sugar high, uplift your mood, and celebrate Halloween with a  H A U N T E D  H I I T  W O R K O U T  !! Body weight…

  • Workout Wednesday

    7-Minute Mood Boost Workout Do you only have 10 minutes to exercise? Do you need a quick movement break? Avoid the “3PM slump” and rush for caffeine! Get up, hit the timer, and move your body through each of these exercises! Ready… Set…  Go! Warm up with a few dynamic stretches and movements such as, arm…

  • Workout Wednesday

    5-Minute Mood-Booster Workout No equipment needed! Do anywhere: home, gym, office, park, beach, track or sports field! Do anytime: morning, afternoon or night! No excuses. Ready… Set… Go! 1-Minute: Cardiovascular Warm-Up such as, dance, jumping jacks, squat jumps, or stair climbs. 30-Seconds of Each Exercise: Body-Weight Squats Push-Ups Alternating Reverse Lunges Tricep Dips (on a step,…

  • Workout Wednesday

    4 Tips to Stay Active and Exercise at Home Founder of Mercola.com, osteopathic physician, and best-selling author, Dr. Joseph Mercola suggests four simple and easy ways to exercise at home. Just a little bit of exercise each day can lower heart disease risk, boost immunity, and improve mental health! Focus on moving throughout the day…