I can now consistantly support my weight with my arms & legs :) Strength is a key factor in Pole Fitness. It is important to have not only arm & leg strength, but core strength as well. The core pertains to your body's center. When you think of your 'core', you might simply think of your ab muscles, but it contains much more. Your core is made up of your abs, back muscles, pelvic floor & hips.
How strong is your core??
Take the Core Challenge below to find out!
-Position a watch or clock on the ground where you can easily see it
- Assume the basic plank position (as shown above)
*Hold this position for 60 seconds*
- Lift your right arm off the ground
*Hold this position for 15 seconds*
- Return your right arm to the ground and lift the left arm off the ground
*Hold this position for 15 seconds*
- Return your left arm to the ground and lift the right leg off the ground
*Hold this position for 15 seconds*
- Return your right leg to the ground and lift the left leg off the ground
*Hold this position for 15 seconds*
- Lift your left leg and right arm off the ground
*Hold this position for 15 seconds*
- Return you left leg and right arm to the ground and lift your right leg and left arm off the ground
*Hold this position for 15 seconds*
- Return to the basic plank position
*Hold this position for 30 seconds*
If you were able to complete this test then it indicates you have good core strength. If you are unable to complete the test then repeat the routine 3 or 4 times a week until you can.
Take the challenge and let me know how you did!
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