Build a Stronger Core from Home

Training your core is important for several reasons:

1. Improves posture: A strong core helps you maintain proper posture, which reduces strain on your neck, back, and joints.

2. Increases stability and balance: Core strength is essential for maintaining balance, especially as you age, and can help prevent falls.

3. Enhances athletic performance: A strong core can improve your overall athleticism and increase your power, stability, and endurance in sports.

4. Prevents injury: Weak core muscles can lead to injury during physical activities, a strong core helps to prevent this.

5. Supports your spine: The muscles in your core help support your spine and reduce the risk of back pain.

6. Increases functionality: Core strength improves your ability to perform daily tasks and movements with ease and stability.

7. Boosts confidence: Feeling stronger and more balanced can improve your confidence and overall well-being.

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Plank: Hold a plank position for 30 seconds to a minute, rest and repeat.

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Russian twists: Sit with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hold a weight if possible, then twist side to side, keeping your core engaged.

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Bicycle crunches: Lie on your back, put your hands behind your head and alternate touching your elbow to opposite knee while keeping your lower back on the ground.

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Leg raises: Lie on your back, extend your legs and raise them up towards the ceiling, then lower back down.

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Side planks: Lie on your side, prop yourself up on your elbow, and hold for 30 seconds to a minute, then switch sides.