Kinetic Health - Calgary: medicine ball core exercises

Friday, May 21, 2010

Twisting Lunge with Medicine Ball

This exercise strengthens your entire core, building power from your hips right up to the upper extremity. This exercise works your hamstrings, gluteals, quadriceps, hip flexors, core and shoulders. You will require a 5-12 lbs medicine ball for this exercise. Start with 6-12 repetitions three sets.

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Thursday, May 20, 2010

Kinetic Core Training - Forward Bridge – Alternating Arm/Leg

Forward Bridge – Alternating Arm/Leg

This advanced forward bridge alternates movements of the hands and legs while in the Plank position. This difficult exercise should not be attempted until you have mastered the Beginners Front Bridge. This is a very good exercise for your core, shoulders, and lower extremities. It also serves to increase neuromuscular control and rotary stability.

Initially only hold the front bridge position for 10 to 20 seconds, then build up to one minute. You can also perform the exercise alternating arms and legs throughout the exercise. Repeat for 3 to 5 sets.

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