Workout of the Week - Gentle Core

This week is all about gentle exercise and really appreciating each movement. Life can be manic at times and feels like a rush from breakfast time all the way to dinner time, so with these core exercises the focus is really to take it slow and feel the muscle you are working with each and every repetition that you do.

When performing each exercise breath normally and naturally, trying to pull your belly button down towards your spine in each repetition. This will help to engage your transverse abdominus, which are important in maintaining stability and structure to your core, but also to reduce your belly protruding outwards.

Try to take 1-2 seconds to perform each movement and be aware of what muscles you are working, this will help you mind and body connect and help you to not to rush through the movement.

You can do this core workout on it’s own, or incorporate it into your strength training session.

Gentle Core Workout

A1 - Knee Pushes

A2 – Leg Slides

A3 – Single Arm V-Ups

A4 – Glute Bridges

A5 – Glute Bridge Holds

Aim to complete 3 - 4 rounds of each set with 10 - 12 repetitions of each exercise with 45-60 seconds rest between each sets.

3-4 x 10-12

Head here for more core exercises, and here for exercises that will help you get strong for baby carrying.