LOW IMPACT CORE STRENGTH TO DO AT HOME 

TOP CORE EXERCISES FOR SENIORS

Chris Freytag, CPT 

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DO THE WORKOUT

Perform each move for 10 - 15 reps (per side) and you’ll get a great low-impact core workout in less than 10 minutes.

1

SEATED FORWARD  ROLL UP

Avoid using momentum, use the low abs to lift and lower! 

2

SEATED SIDE  BEND

Keep your chest open and pull your right elbow back to feel a stretch in your  side.

3

SEATED LEG  LIFT 

Muscle Groups Targeted: Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis, Internal and External Obliques

4

SEATED LEG TAPS 

Engage your abdominals and extend both legs out in front of you, tapping the floor with both feet.

SEATED HALF ROLL BACKS 

As you round your back, think about scooping your abdominals.

6

FOREARM PLANK

Modifications: Drop down to your knees if you can’t keep your hips in line with your shoulders, or you feel pressure in your lower back.

7

SUPERMAN

Engage your abs, back muscles, and glutes to lift your arms and legs simultaneously off the ground. Keep your gaze on the floor.

8

GLUTE BRIDGE

Engage your abs and squeeze your glutes to lift your hips to a bridge.

FOLLOW ALONG FOR YOUR AT HOME CORE EXERCISES FOR SENIORS 

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