Jean in Newcastle Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 My core strength is very low. I've looked up core exercises and am overwhelmed looking at crunches, planks, back extensions etc. I don't know what is best for me. What I need is some suggestions for exercises that I could start out with. I will be only doing 5 min. of core work a day at first. I have a floor:D, and an exercise ball (a big one that you can sit on). I have fibromyalgia and adrenal problems if that makes any difference (it may not). I currently walk 2 miles a day and do 20 min. of gardening rain or shine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Food4Thought Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 I'd recommend getting a good book or video on Pilates. It's all about strengthening your core with very low impact exercises. If you have Netflix, I really enjoy this video: Crunch: Super Slim Down It is a really well-done mix of Yoga and Pilates (and I sometimes skip the leg section and go on to abs because I'm kind of a wimp). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 get a video. or http://www.exercisetv.tv has some free ones. If they seem really hard its ok, just do what you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lostinabook Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 The Core Program is an inexpensive and gentle program. I've fallen off the wagon (once again), but when I'm consistent about doing it I can tell a difference in how I feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne in ABQ Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 The Core Program is an inexpensive and gentle program. I've fallen off the wagon (once again), but when I'm consistent about doing it I can tell a difference in how I feel. I recommend this book as well: The Core Program, by Peggy Brill, a physical therapist who specializes in core exercises for women of all ages. The exercises are easy to learn, and once you learn them, the whole program only takes 15 minutes a day. I feel SO GOOD after doing them! There are three levels of exercises, so you can make it as gentle as you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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