Monday, April 19, 2010

Recovery Week 1, Core Synergistics #1

Earlier today, I performed the dreaded Core Synergistics exercise for the first time. I found the Core Synergistics workout in the P90X program to be not only be very challenging but also fun overall. As the name implies, the workout really focuses on your entire core engaging each muscle within your torso including the abs (inner, outer, and side abdominals), the back and spine, and also the legs. This workout forces you to push your body to the limit. Many people seem to complain about how difficult workouts like Plyometrics are but I believe Core Synergistics is more challenging and leaves the body in a much more fatigued state.

Whether you are an athlete, someone looking for strength in all movements, or you just want to strengthen the body to prevent injury then it is essential that you strengthen the core. Everything starts with the core and a strong core is essential if you are a person that plays any kind of sports (basketball, football, tennis, soccer, etc.).

With Core Synergistics you are asked to perform 22 exercises, I know a lot of you are thinking, “oh my goodness”. The good news is that even though you are asked to do 22 different exercises, the good thing is that each is only done once. While exercises like the Prison Cell Push-up will challenge you (looks like you are imitating spider-man), other exercises like the sphinx push up and banana roll will make you feel very goofy. Overall, Core Synergistics is a great change of pace during the recovery week and for those who get bored quickly it provides an alternative for things like Ab Ripper X. Guaranteed to sweat. lol

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