Core Exercises
Over the years I have learned that core exercises are essential for strong muscles around your torso skeleton. Having a tight core gives definition to your shape (once I find my shape, I'll let you know) and makes it easier to do everything else. A strong core helps keep everything lined up. If your core is weak it cannot support your spine properly.
Core exercises should be worked into your weekly routine, probably about 3 times a week. If you dislike doing core exercises (like me) because they seem so hard, it's a good sign that you should be doing them. I just started on these exercises this week myself and was shocked at how difficult they seemed, even after doing other workout routines for almost 3 weeks.
Start slow and work your way up. I do a series of core exercises for about 20-30 minutes and only 15 repetitions of each. Remember.. muscle eats fat .. so if you have a strong core, it will enhance your weight loss efforts, and will help you feel stronger to do your other workouts. (that's what I keep telling myself)
Here's some resources to check out:
Best Core Exercises - Excellent photo of where your core muscles are located.
Good Core Training takes more than Ab Exercises
Hard Core - Exercises to Strengthen your Abs
Strengthen Your Core
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