Sample of Quasi-Isometric Core Training Exercises

[topformfitness]

Hey, these are some good core activation exercises... ignore the disses. I would keep the low back a little flatter on the plank variations, but this is good stuff. Keep it up!

[DannyMcLane]

you wouldnt need a "video" for isometrics... I'm sure a still frame would do, right?

[HPCsport]

@DannyMcLane True for isometrics but since these are quasi-isometric and involvement movement at other joints a video is necessary.

[newbutthunt]

NICCCE... subbed

[RawAthlete]

these beat crunches anyday . . . nice!

[soldatzel]

that isnt really iso exersize :) its just normal exersicizing :P cant find a decent vid about real iso exersize on the whole fereakin net:|

[HPCsport]

@soldatzel The "quasi" in front of the isometric implies that there is an isometric component but the exercise is not completely isometric.

[soldatzel]

@HPCsport dude u dont know what real isometric exercising is simply put its as the name implies doing everything in an equal matter(sorry for my english me no speak americano ) i can go on and on about this kind of exercising all day long dude if u want a detailed explenation about it email me:P

[HPCsport]

@soldatzel Look up what "quasi" means....clearly it is you who do not understand either the definition of that word or what activities fall under the umbrella of isometrics. There is an isometric component to each one of these exercises.

[imnicko]

@HPCsport Quiasi literally mean 'almost' idc what teh internet says

[2submit]

@HPCsport dont waiste your time on "mr know it all" good vid by the way thanks

[AspiringSanta]

Good exercises, though in my humble opinion you kind of lower your back too much on a few of these exercises. Anyone who has doubts needs to try and read up on isometrics and the basics of contractions in general the humble plank if done right can give you more than any sit up/crunch.. Anyway will explore your channel tomorrow :)

[smcneal057]

I think I am going to try this some time.

[MsJelly83]

Those r great exercises..but ur elbows seem to be locked during all your full plank workouts..which loads on the joints and less on the muscles and as for the reverse plank..I think your fingers should be facing the other way around..it is very uncomfortable and provides excessive external rotation on the shoulder joint. Thank you

[ytfmichaelxu]

Hi, do you know where I can find an Isometric training course?

[ahmednabil]

i was waiting for him to do the thomas flare in the end , thats the exact same training you do for it .

[jamesononepiece]

wheres the elevated v sits? double crunches? windshield wipers even? those are the exercises that make you strong, not pussy planks and 6 inch ROM leg lifts. to each his own i guess

[HPCsport]

@jamesononepiece hahahaha....try this series for 40 seconds on the right, 40 seconds on the left, and 20 seconds off for each exercise with the same postural control and then get back to me. This series has humbled the strongest, most fit individuals I know.

[sotostyle]

@HPCsport  that was a good reply... The work out is good ... i am sure of that

[RSXZero4]

@HPCsport keep up the good work...to everyone else, post a vid or shut up.

[Bouratha256]

Thank you

[madhatter786]

i know nothing on isometrics, i train with normal weights, therefore please do not laugh at my questions.

is there any concept of sets in isometric training. it appears not? You just change things up and hold. can u apply it to normal weight training exercises. like holding the bar for 5-10 secs midway in a bench press rep?

appreciate any advice

[cmarsters]

If your looking to improve speed & quickness no, use resistance bands. If its for strength and muscle then cool.

Gravitational force (weights)and Elastic force (resistance bands) are different.

[guym9]

@madhatter786

its late and im no expert but...the idea is static exercise as opposed to movement like when lifting weights. that said if you were to hold them then that is static and therefore you could mix it in. i often do lateral raises where i hold at the top. however, it's worth mentioning that isometrics aim to produce tone and strength and if you use your own body to provide resistance you eliminate much of the risk of an accident, as you get stronger so does the resistance, like a cycle

[PArokee]

HEY HPC! You are doing the first ones WRONG. Your core is not stable! Your back has a big sag! NOT GOOD! But your excercises are excellent though!

[HPCsport]

We actually noticed that too but it's because of the sag in the t-shirt below and the glare off the t-shirt on the top that gives that appearance.

[Nonphixion2]

@PArokee lol owned

[thespa77]

These are great, thanks.

[witnessforfitness]

cool! I do this all the time and I didn't know it was considered isometric!

[Ladynoopie]

its not strickly isometric...thus the latin Quasi...but I do like it. Never really believed tons of isometric is the way to go.

[Nonphixion2]

@Ladynoopie wow

[velocity253]

great vid....we use our trunk more so in a static fashion for stabilization than the general concentric/eccentric most people tend to train the trunk with....nice.

[hellomynameis151]

good stuff, can also make it harder by adding some rotational stuff while isometric

[witnessforfitness]

I love these! I have my clients do these all the time :)

[TobiramaSenju]

Pure isometric is more beneficial I think.

[HPCsport]

Why is that?

[Squabbles10]

Does this work ?

[TobiramaSenju]

Because it developes both strength and balance.And I find it more hard.

[HPCsport]

How can you train balance in an isometric action...there's no muscle length changes?

Try this series....I think you will find that they are VERY difficult.

[TobiramaSenju]

Ok.Thanks.

[royaltyblitz1]

so does this help you with fast twitch muscle fiber or slow muscle fiber

[badassforever]

if you are at a level where you can understand your body..you can self develop exercises that give instant results..without wasting much energy..cheers

[FLpolo]

i cant stress that enough.. not only know ur body, know WHY ur bod.,anything u know down to a science u can always dianogse and solve any problem.

[floppel]

What would be a typical number of reps per exercise? And how many sets?

[bladybrunch]

Well they usually choose 2 sets and it varies from 15 to 25 reps. Any where between there is good.

[andresrojas22]

i love training my core nothing gets you more healthy than a strong core and back, plus the ladys luv the abs

[HPCsport]

The psoas muscle is very important in many sports and it is not the primary muscle worked in this series.

[fod69]

bad abdominal exercise. you don't have to build psoas muscle.

[billysue2]

why do you think that,the abs are worked isometrically here which is largely their function