Can you tell that planks are my favourite exercise? I find them the best for your abs and love doing all different variations. This exercise is a continuation from last weeks exercise which was a side plank with a leg raise. This side plank is a great full body shaper. It engages your core, obliques,Continue reading “Side plank with a side crunch”
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Side plank with a leg raise exercise
This exercise is a great full-body shaper. It engages your core, obliques, quads, shoulders, wrists and glutes. Start by positioning yourself in the plank position. Then place your right hand in the middle of your mat and push your hips up. Your body should be in a straight line from your head to your heels.Continue reading “Side plank with a leg raise exercise”
Standing Glute kickbacks Exercise
This exercise shapes, tones and lifts your glutes. Begin by standing straight with a dumb bell in each hand. I used 4kg; you can use the weight you prefer. Start by holding your abs in tight, always to protect your lower back. Balance on your right leg and lift your left leg behind you, keepingContinue reading “Standing Glute kickbacks Exercise”
Balance pose exercise
This balancing exercise strengthens and works your entire body. It works your core, glutes, hamstrings, ankles, calves and shoulders. Balance exercises improve your posture and agility. Start by standing with your arms overhead with palms facing each other. Then start to lean forward, lifting your right leg back. Your body should be parallel to theContinue reading “Balance pose exercise”
Reverse lunge with knee lift exercise
This is a great move to sculpt and define your lower body! This exercise strengthens your glutes, calves, quads and hamstrings. Start by standing straight, hands by your side, feet shoulder-width apart. Lift your right foot and take a step backwards. Bend your left knee at a 90-degree angle. Your back should be straight, chestContinue reading “Reverse lunge with knee lift exercise”
Side plank with a twist
This is a great exercise, one of my favourites! It works your obliques, shoulders, wrists, glutes and quads. Start by placing yourself in a plank position like in the picture below: Then place your right hand in the middle of your mat and push your hips up. Your body should be in a straight line fromContinue reading “Side plank with a twist”