LOW IMPACT CORE STRENGTH TO DO AT HOME 

BEST 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; try to use your abdominals 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.

5

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

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.

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8

GLUTE BRIDGE

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

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FOLLOW ALONG FOR YOUR AT HOME CORE EXERCISES FOR SENIORS 

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