KO8 Core Workout!

KO8 CORE WORKOUT

Brace And Move

When it comes to core training the first thing that pops into most people’s heads is the 6 pack! Whether it’s that iconic shot of Brad Pitt in Fight Club, or Halle Berry in Bond, the word ‘Core’ is synonymous with definition and everyone wants a defined ‘Core’ (meaning visible abs.)

But what does it actually mean to train your core? Essentially it’s based around 2 simple principles Stability and Movement. All activity whether it be in sport, exercise or just general every day life will either feature you bracing your spine to prevent you losing form, balance or getting injured, Or moving your spine with control to perform the activity in the most efficient way. A lot of these muscles aren’t visible even with low body fat percentage, so just because someone isn’t ripped doesn’t necessarily mean they don't have a strong core, and the opposite can also be true. As Mike describes in the video the cross pattern of muscle groups is very similar to the stripes on the flag of Great Britain, all playing a vital role in performance.

Muscle Groups Worked -

- Multifidus (spinal stability and extension)
- Rectus Abdominis (‘abs’ responsible for flexion)
- Spinal Erectors (spinal extension and rotation)
- Internal Obliques (non visible twisting and bending muscles)
- External Obliques (visible twisting and bending muscles)
- Transverse Abdominus (deep spinal stabilisers)
- Diaphragm (breathing muscle)

So now you know the roles of the muscles involved it’s time for coach Mike Pitt…I mean Poole, to take you through his top 6 KO8 exercises to bulletproof your core.

Class is now in session!

01:15 Suspended Core Extension

01:45 Lateral Post

02:30 Suspended Plank

4:45 Resisted Crunch

5:15 Woodchopper

6:10 Back Extension

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