A great exercise for the rectus abdominis, hip flexors, and quadriceps.  It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3 but also deceivingly difficult.

Saturday Core group getting busy: band circle intervals mixed with DB clean and press.
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TOTAL amount of pounds shed at the IC by 61 people in 60 days: 310.5 lbs

Average % Decrease in Body Fat: 5.72

Average Weight Lost (lbs.): 5.09

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Mary Mix demos roll-out push-ups.

Awesome ROM while calling on your grip strength and budding six-pack. As you advance, try moving the bar away from the body.

Eva B. practicing cool moves with her feet off the floor.

1) Oblique twister

2) Decline push-up

3) Pike-up

4) Bridge press-up

To whom do these washboards belong?

We could run a small country with the collective spirit and strength of our mid-morning crew. The positive energy this group generates is simply incredible.

Thank you for another fantastic Friday!

Spider, locusts, and…

Venus Flytrap.

Kettlebell Throwback

We love rotational movements at the IC. Nicole is demonstrating one that will get your core (especially the obliques) working double-time. Instead of swinging the KB vertically, chop it diagonally (from one side of the hip to the other side of the shoulder) while twisting the torso. Remember to pivot on the balls of your feet with each rotation. There are many variations and grip choices.

You’ll develop rock hard shoulders and abs in no time. It’s magic, really.