Posted by Chad Anderson CSCS on December 9, 2008 under Core Training, General Fitness, Weight Loss | 
Abdominal training is the focus of a lot of attention these days. The belly is the number one problem area for most people and often is the area worked the most (usually on a daily basis) during an exercise routine. However, the abdominals are a muscle group just like any other and they need to recover as well. Therefore, for those who insist on working the abdominals frequently, I recommend taking the following approach.
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Posted by Chad Anderson CSCS on January 14, 2008 under Core Training, Exercise Library, Strength Training |
1. Starting position: Lying on your side with your elbow directly under your shoulder, body in a straight line, with knees bent to 90 degrees.
2. Slowly lift your hips off the floor as far as you can, pivoting at the knee. Do not allow the shoulder to slouch. Exhale through the movement.
3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Note: To make the exercise more difficult, pivot from the feet instead of the knees.
Posted by Chad Anderson CSCS on December 27, 2007 under Core Training, General Fitness, Sample Workouts |
I enjoy exposing people to new exercises or new ways to spice up traditional exercises they already perform. So, from time to time I will post sample workouts, exercise combinations, full body routines, etc. for you to try on your own. Hopefully this will open the door a little for you to experiment with what you do to make your exercise program more enjoyable and more effective. Read more of this article »
