12 Mar Toe Touchers: Core Stability AND Spinal Flexion
Posted at 11:43h in Exercise
What’s better:
Core stability (like a plank) or spinal flexion (like a crunch)?
It’s a heated debate ion the fitness world.
On the one hand, core stability is essential for daily living and keeping you out of pain.
On the other, spinal flexion hits the rectus abdominis (six pack abs), so it’ll make your stomach look toned.
So which one should you choose?
Look good or feel good?
I say both. That’s the advantage of the Toe Toucher — it includes both core stability and spinal flexion.
You CAN have it all.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Starting Position: Lie down on your back. Start with your arms and legs straight in the air with your hips tilted slightly back towards your head. Your abs should be pulled in tight with no space between your lower back and the floor (no arch).
Step 1: Keeping your legs in place, contract your abs to roll your upper back up off the floor. Reach your fingers to touch your toes.
Step 2: Slowly, and with control, lower your upper back down to the floor, returning to the starting position.
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Stay busy. Stay fit.
-Coach Dani
