I don’t usually go for an equipment-free Cardio and Core routine as a fan of strength training. I mean that I don’t. If you like activities, you’re more likely to develop regular practice.
I work out with a set of the bestadjustable dumbbells most evenings and take a morning walk every day so I get a regular dose of strength training. I don’t always target my core.
Core strengthening exercises are included in most of my workouts, but they aren’t the main focus. I decided to get back into the swing of things after taking a week off.
Watch Tiff x Dan’s 25-minute core workout
I didn’t have to worry about finding my weights before starting because it felt doable at 25 minutes. I rolled out a mat in the kitchen and watched the video on my computer. This is what I was taught.
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1. Building your core takes more than crunches
The routine begins with squats and punches. It’s a high-intensity opening because you only have 15 seconds to rest. These moves don’t sound like they would train your core, but I noticed that my core and Abs were engaged.
Cross punches and knee drives require balance, stability, and coordination between the upper and lower bodies, all hallmarks of core strength.
The varied routine that Dan included reminded me that I don’t need to spend a lot of time on sit-ups to strengthen my muscles.
2. Technique is everything
I was tired towards the end of the work out. When I wasn’t focused on the exercise, my mind would wander to the end of each set. I stopped looking at my form.
It’s easy to get into a plank position, but it’s not as simple to do a plank with your core engaged.
It’s important to perfect your technique so that you don’t get injured. During the plank jacks, I started to lean into my lower back, and I didn’t want to have to go to the gym for back pain.
3. Varied workouts are the most effective
I have tried 15-minute dumbbell arm workouts and 10-minute dumbbell chest workouts. These exercises aim to do a certain amount of reps or continue until the timer goes off.
Sometimes, I use high-intensity resistance training to raise my heart rate and work up a sweat while building muscle, but because I prioritize these strength routines, I don’t have time to do a more cardio focused workout.
The session combines the two, with heart rate-raising, metabolism-boosting moves like burpee and lunge jumps and multi-muscle bodyweight activities, including squats, plank variations, and push-ups for a well-rounded fat-burning workout.