Tag: core exercises

Three Different Bridges To Strengthen Your Core

Three Bridges To Strengthen Your Core

One of the most popular exercises to help build a strong core is the “Bridge.”  It’s shared by trainers and physical therapists often because most people can safely perform bridges and the exercise doesn’t require any equipment.  That’s a winning combination when it comes to weaving exercise into your daily life.

Today’s video features three different bridge exercises.  If you’ve been doing bridges for a while and they are getting easy for you, this “series” can help you take your core routine to the next level.  If you’re just getting started you can begin with the first exercise in the series and then work your way up to the more advanced bridges in the video.

Here’s to a strong core and being able to do the things you love to do!

Shared with Love,
Jennifer Ledford

 

 

Tone Up For Summer

Marching In A Bridge by Certified Personal Trainer Jennifer Ledford - Core Exercises - Tone Up

Do you want to tone up for summer and build a stronger core?  If so, I’ve got you covered.  🙂

The exercise video below features an advanced version of the bridge.  If you’ve been doing bridges for a while and they are getting easy for you, this exercise will help you take your core routine to the next level.  If you’re just getting started then I recommend you start with a basic bridge. If that’s you, then scroll down to the second video.  You can start there and then work your way up to the more advanced bridge.

Two of my favorite things about bridging exercises are you don’t need any equipment and you can pretty much do them anywhere.  That’s a winning combination when it comes to weaving exercise into your lifestyle.

Enjoy the videos and have a fun and fit week!

With Love,
Jennifer


 


 

How To Do Clam Shells and Fire Hydrants

Two exercises that will help tone your hips and glutes

The abdominal muscles are usually the first thing that will come to a person’s mind when you hear the words “strengthening your core” in a fitness environment. While the abs are a major player when it comes to supporting the trunk, there are other muscles that play an important role as well.

Hips and glutes are two very important muscle groups that help support your trunk otherwise know as your “core.”  They also help support your pelvis.  A stable pelvis can help prevent knee injuries which in turn helps you stay active and maintain your weight.  When you strengthen all of your core muscles you don’t just look better, you contribute to your overall wellness.

In today’s video I’m sharing two simple exercises that you can use to help strengthen your hips and glutes. The exercises are easy to follow and you don’t need any equipment to do them.  Take a moment to watch the video and if you have any questions for me leave them in the comment section on my website or leave a comment on my Facebook page and I will respond.

Have a great week!

With Love,
Jennifer