This program is designed for athletes who feel like their core work is lacking.
**Who wants a thick trunk capable of reps at 90% without a belt? **
Who wants to feel confident and sturdy under heavy loads?
Is it silly to promote a “core program” that doesn’t promise six pack abs?
Maybe.
**But, I’m not interested in a turtle shell, I’m interested in adding kilos to my total. **
Each workout is about 10-20 minutes long and is meant to be an add-on to your current weightlifting or functional fitness program.
Workouts are a mix of “cardio core” style and overall strength and stability style.
I’m not reinventing the wheel here, I’m sharing what works for me and what I find “doable” after three hours of lifting.
So no, I’m not promising you a six-pack.
I’m helping you improve overall trunk strength (front, sides, and back) that will then transfer into stronger lifts.
If you end up seeing abs... Awesome!
**But I’d rather see you hit PRs.
**
Core Strength
A
2 Rounds, quality movement Rest only when needed Hollow Hold, accumulate 1 min Superman Hold w/ PVC in Jerk Grip, accumulate 1 min Weighted Plank (AHAP), accumulate 1 min Heel Drops, accumulate 50
Core Strength
A
3 rounds, 30 seconds on/30 seconds off. No rest between rounds Sit Up Slides Alt. Leg Lowers Hollow Hold Plank (bodyweight) Seated Tuck Ups
A
Weighted Plank
4 x 30
Core Strength
B
Knee Raises 3x10. Rest 1 min between sets Ab Wheel Rollouts 3x10. Rest 1 min between sets OH Banded Deadbugs 3x12 (total). Rest 1 min between sets
Rest and Relax
A
Spend some time outside. Walk, move, and play!
B
Stretch
1 x 5:00
Core Strength
A
5 rounds, quality movement. Rest only when needed. Copenhagen Plank x 20sec/side (can be done on knee or ankle) Weighted Hollow Hold x20sec (weight on shins) Strict Reverse Crunch x 5 w/ 5 sec eccentric
Core Strength
A
3 rounds, 30 sec each (no rest between movements). Rest 1 min between rounds. Alt Toe Touches Side Plank, right Side Plank, left Seated Tuck Ups Penguins
Rest and Relax
A
Spend some time outside. Walk, move, and play!
B
Stretch
1 x 5:00
71/76KG Weightlifter. National Medalist. Here to help you build better habits and get strong.