HIIT

​Build a Strong Core HIIT is a quick workout to target your core. Your core isn’t just your abs, but those count too.

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Your core actually is:

Your abs, your low back, and your glutes. When all of those are strong, so are we. Plus we reduce our risk of injury in the process. It’s more than just a six pack or looking good in a bathing suite. How you move and how well you move comes from your core. With this LUCC Method workout, we’ll be focusing on our core today. Since our core plays a role in literally all movement, all the moves we’re doing is going to really get this lit up and activated.

As always go at your own pace and modify as necessary. Oh and consult a primary care provider before starting a new exercise program, especially if you’re new to exercise.

Build a Strong Core HIIT

3-4 rounds of:

30 seconds of work, 30 seconds of rest

Overhead lunges

Pushups

Plank jacks

Supermans

Skaters

Why each movement?

Overhead lunges: overhead lunges force you to keep your abs and butt tight because you have your hands overhead. This makes lunges more challenging. The very first time I did these, my abs and butt were soo sore. Keep both arms up straight overhead. Bonus, add some weight. 2 dumbbells or a loaded suitcase will do the trick!

Pushups: believe it or not, pushups require you to keep your abs tight and squeeze your butt to get to the top. Try them with these 2 things in mind. They feel easier on the arms and chest and a bit more challenging to your core.

Plank jacks: not only are these fun and get your heart rate up but they also make you focus on keeping your core tight. Keeping a tight core while in motion is challenging but improves how you move on the reg. Don’t let the hips sag, we don’t want any back issues. Feel free to jump the feet out or step them one at a time.

Supermans: great exercise to strengthen your low back. And with having to raise everything up at once, your using your butt too. Don’t be afraid to give it an extra squeeze at the top. You can lift both arms and legs at the same time, lift opposite arms and legs, lift just the legs, or lift just the arms.

Skaters: anything that requires any balance will get your abs firing. These are just plain fun and get your heart racing. You can step or jump, you’re call.

Give this a go and let me know how your core feels after in the comments!

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