First on the to-do list is to improve your core strength as you age with thisfloor workout.
Many people also begin to experience back pain, too.
These two areas of muscles are extremely important in helping you stay pain-free and injury-free.
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One of the best ways to improve your core strength is by incorporatingfloor exercisesinto your fitness routine.
They can be performed as a warm-up or as a standalone workout on your off days.
Aim for three to four sets of the following exercises.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
Hollow Body Hold
Lie down flat on your back for the hollow body hold.
Hold the pose for 20 to 30 seconds.
Lift your hips up and forward, and brace your core.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
Lower your leg under control back to the starting position before performing another rep.
Perform three to four sets of 10 reps for each leg.
Keep your core tight, raise your feet back toward your body, and flex your abs hard.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
Lower your legs slowly, maintaining tension in your core before performing another rep. Keeping your core tight, take one leg and raise it up while keeping it straight.
Perform three to four sets of 10 reps for each leg.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
