I work with many clients over 65, and several of them are unable to get onto a yoga mat for traditional core exercises. That doesn’t mean we skip ab day, though. Strengthening your core is important at any age, but it’s especially important for seniors. Core muscles like your transverse abdominis and internal obliques play …
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It’s not goodbye, planks — this one exercise is more effective at strengthening your deep core muscles (and whole body)
Skip out on standard planks in favor of one of my favorite abs alternatives — the banded plank bird dog. It engages muscles all over through dynamic movement, targeting not just your abs, but your deep core muscles as well. Add to that the extra resistance on your arms and legs, plus the hip extension …
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