3 Core Moves to Kick Off August!
Hi everyone! Can you believe it’s August already?! A fresh new month is the perfect time to reset your goals, recommit to your wellness journey, and add some fun new moves into your routine! Whether you’re soaking up the last bit of summer sunshine or staying cool indoors, I have three simple but effective core moves to help you feel strong, confident, and amazing - inside and out!
And I’m so excited to share that the new summer issue of Fit Over 50: Strong Body, Strong Mind is out now! It’s packed with workouts, recipes, motivation, and expert tips to keep you feeling your best this season. Be sure to check it out. This issue is all about celebrating your strength and embracing wellness at every age!
Now let’s dive into our August ab moves...
1. Around the Worlds
This is one of my favorite moves to wake up the whole core and build stability!
How to do it:
Stand with feet hip-width apart and arms straight above you while holding a light dumbbell or medicine ball. Move your arms in a slow, controlled circle! Do 8–10 reps in one direction, then switch.
Why I love it:
This move targets your obliques, shoulders, and deep core muscles. It also gets your heart rate up and improves coordination - such a great total-body bonus!
2. Weighted Glute Bridge
Let’s fire up that booty and build a strong foundation!
How to do it:
Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat. Place a light dumbbell or weight across your hips (optional). Press through your heels and lift your hips toward the sky, squeezing your glutes at the top. Lower with control. Aim for 12–15 reps.
Why I love it:
This move works your glutes, lower back, and core all at once. It’s fabulous for posture, balance, and sculpting that lower half. Plus it’s gentle on the joints!
3. Ankle Tap Crunches
Time to tone those abs!
How to do it:
Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat. Lift your shoulders off the floor and reach your right hand toward your right ankle, then alternate to the left. Keep the movement controlled and breathe deeply. Try 20 taps (10 per side).
Why I love it:
These target the side abs (obliques) and help cinch the waistline. It’s a quick and effective burn you can feel working right away!
Let’s keep that core strong! A strong core supports everything you do from daily movement to more advanced workouts. These three moves are a great way to kick off the month with energy and confidence, and they only take a few minutes a day!
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Let's live FIT, HAPPY and HEALTHY - together!!
Denise