Core Exercises For Women: Podcast #4

[karatewoman007]

Hi--I had shoulder surgery six months ago and neck discectomy and plate fusion at c6-7 three months ago but have needed to get back into shape around torso again, which core techniques would u deem safe to work w that will help me considerably?? I have done a lot of these about 6 years ago n for a total of 18 years in martial arts workouts but need a step up w ur honest opinion. Thanks so much!!

Anna

[fitnesstaylor]

@karatewoman007 wow you've been through a lot! TO help get your core tight without bothering your neck and shoulder I recommend stability ball work. It;s great for targeting your core but takes the pressure off your shoulders since you're not doing planks or ground based work.

[NewberYou2ber]

Thanks for the great video! :)

[squange169]

Hi, I live in New Zealand & just love this video. I'm terribly unfit (not overweight tho) & have had some pains under my right ribcage for a couple of weeks. Been to my doctor who first said I could take a lot of painkillers which helped a little, but the pain is still there. She then said I had to do some core strengthening exercises. What ones could I do where it doesn't hurt too much. Thanks.

[blogilates]

Great video! Question - when you do the criss cross, do you keep your shoulder blades on the ground when you do it? And are the elbows supposed to stay outwards in a straight line the whole time? I find it hard to do that when I begin to bring my opposite shoulder towards my opposite knee. Thanks!

[fitnesstaylor]

no, your shoulders do come off the ground during the rotation. They are more at like a 45 degree angle, not pointed forward not pointed straight out. Hope this helps!

[witnessforfitness]

Thanks for the post! I am starting a class at an all women's gym that focuses on the core. This is helpful. Maybe add spinal flexion, bridges, cobra, and mountain climbers.

[fitnesstaylor]

Let me know what kind of exercises you're looking for and I will post them asap!