30 Day Core Challege (Days 10 – 14) – The Hollow Rock

12/13/13 NOTE: I am republishing this as I found out that I accidentally published this as ‘private’ back in September. My apologies.

This CrossFit exercise was recommended by a friend. It really is harder than it looks. Try to do this for 30 seconds to a minute twice a day for days 10 – 14. Continue reading

30 Day Core Challege (Days 25 – 30) – Push Ups!

12/13/13 NOTE: I am republishing this as I found out that I accidentally published this as ‘private’ back in September. My apologies.

Here we are! The home stretch! Yes, we are ending the 30 Day Core Challenge with traditional push-ups! Wha-what? Push-ups! Think of them as moving planks. You’re abs and back are engaged the entire time, and you get to work on those sexy arms and chest too! Continue reading

30 Day Core Challege (Days 20 – 24) – Glute Bridge w/Marching

12/13/13 NOTE: I am republishing this as I found out that I accidentally published this as ‘private’ back in September. My apologies.

The Glute bridge is an excellent way to work your glutes, hamstrings, and spinal muscles in lower back. If you can’t lift your knee while doing the bridge, simply lift your hips up and down until you build your strength. Continue reading

30 Day Core Challege (Days 15 – 19) – Metronome aka Windshield Wiper

12/13/13 NOTE: I am republishing this as I found out that I accidentally published this as ‘private’ back in September. My apologies.

UGH! This one is so tough for me! Lay on your back with your arms out to your sides and flat on the floor. Lift your legs at a 90 degree angle and move them side to side. Continue reading

Friday Tip of the Week – World’s Best IT Band Stretch

Runner’s World states that Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is one of the most common overuse injuries among runners. It occurs when the iliotibial band, the ligament that runs down the outside of the thigh from the hip to the shin, is tight or inflamed. The IT band attaches to the knee and helps stabilize and move the joint. When the IT band isn’t working properly, movement of the knee (and, therefore, running) becomes painful. IT band pain can be severe enough to completely sideline a runner for weeks, or even longer. Continue reading