Workout

Dead bugs can be fun…

Published on April 7, 2021April 4, 2021 by everydaygoodstuffLeave a comment

No, this is not a childlike sense of wonder upon finding a pill bug. I am talking about a good core and ab exercise which is called the “Dead Bug” and it is kind of fun to do.

Lie back on a mat. Stretch your arms straight up to the sky and legs up with knees bent at 90 degrees. This is the starting position. Now extend your left arm above your head to get it parallel to the floor while straightening your right leg down to get it parallel to the floor. Then bring them back to the starting position. Now do the same for the right arm and left leg and together that’s one rep. Repeat that 12 times to make a set. Aim for 4 sets, taking 30 seconds to 1 minute rest between sets.

Good mornings.. the workout!

Published on March 17, 2021March 14, 2021 by everydaygoodstuffLeave a comment

For a workout for your lower back as well as hamstrings and abs, try the “good morning.” Make sure you get the form right. Keep your back straight.

Starting position. Core firm and back straight.

Start bending over and hinge at the hips, while keeping your back straight.

Continue bending until you are at a 90 degree angle and with your back parallel to the ground. Hold this position for around 5 seconds.

At 90 degrees using two cans of soup for extra weight.

Keep good form as you engage your muscles to straighten up and complete the movement.

Try to do 4 sets of 15 repetitions. In the gym, people often use a barbell, but this exercise is easily modified for an at-home workout. You can keep you hands on your hips to make it easier as you bend, or have your arms outstretched or hold onto cans of food as weights to make it even more difficult.

Don’t forget to consult your doctor or trainer before changing your diet or workout routine.