Core Challenge, Nikki Day 6
Week 2
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10m
In week 2 of our CORE Challenge we will focus on the feeling of Strength by becoming aware of one of the most important deep core muscles, the Transverse Abdominis. This muscle wraps around the core like a corset and when strong, provides stabilization for the hips and low back. Nikki talks through what the muscle is, where to find it, and guides a breath practice to become aware of where it is and what it does. To prepare energetically for the physical work of the week Nikki guides a 3rd Chakra Meditation focusing on a visualization practice.
Up Next in Week 2
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Core Challenge, Julia Day 7
We begin our first drill day of Week 2 with some breath and basic activation of our transverse abdominus/deep core muscles. We then explore some tabletop extensions and plank variations, integrating specific muscle activations so that you can feel the engagement through your whole core.
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Core Challenge, Nikki Day 8
When building more optimal movement patterns and muscle firing, repetition is key. We repeat drills from day 7 and explore different ways to extend the limbs with a strong transverse muscle. The breath stays at the center of the practice to avoid gripping. You will leave today feeling energized, ...
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Core Challenge, Julia Day 9
In this class we build upon everything we've learned this week while activating the transverse abdominus. We begin with core work on the back before moving to tabletop core work to fire ourselves up and foster our inner strength. To amp it up, we move into power lunge and chair variations, buil...
