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1 OF OUR TOP 4 AB EXERCISES: PALLOF PRESS
As promised from our previous post, here is the first of four of our top abdominal exercises that won't harm your lower back.
Want to train your ABS in an efficient, functional way?
As mentioned in the previous Sit-up post, you all know (unlike most personal trainers), I am no fan of traditional sit-ups. So here is the first of 4 alternatives that will hit your abs hard and give you that burn that you probably desire. As well as increase the function of your core area if done correctly.
1. PALLOF PRESS:
This is a killer exercise for the OBLIQUES!
Kneel down side on to either a light powerband or a cable (I would start with 10kg and go from there, this is harder than it looks!). You only need a small amount of tension if using the Powerband. Keep your hips locked out and hold the cable/powerband level with the bottom of your sternum. As you breathe out, extend the arms and lockout the elbows. The band/cable will want to pull you across to the attachment, the aim is to not let it, make sure you don't hold your breath or flex the hips, if you do then back off the band a bit or lower the weight.
Once this is manageable then try hold the arms out for a count of 5 seconds whilst still breathing.
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Mary is a qualified Physiotherapist & Personal Trainer who loves movement and helping others get stronger & find confidence in their bodies.
She hit Menopause at the age of 41 and struggled through the fight of Perimenopause, coming out the other side with a wealth of knowledge and a strategy for strength training that works and keeps her & her clients consistent.
She has many qualifications under her belt and focuses on helping others improve their strength; fitness and core function in a safe, guided & supported way.
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