From glossy magazine ads to fitness instructors (and that well-meaning but unsolicited advice from a friend), the message to ‘improve your core strength’ is everywhere. But what exactly is core strength, and will it really transform you into a pain-free Olympian with a shredded stomach?
This 5-week programme will help you develop a deeper understanding of your ‘core’. You’ll explore diverse ways to move and strengthen so that you can ditch endless boring crunches and sit-ups.
Schedule
8 live classes + replays (9 hours total)
Classes will be live-streamed via Zoom at 6pm BST / 7pm CEST on Mondays (60 mins) and Wednesdays (75 mins) between 3rd April–1st May.
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Week 1 (3rd April only): Get to know your core and what it does
Week 2 (8th and 10th April): More than just an abs workout
Week 3 (17th April only): Exploring spinal mobility
Week 4 (22nd and 24th April): Moving with stability
Week 5 (1st May only): Putting it all together
Can’t join live? A recording of each session will be available within 48 hours and you will be able to replay for 7 days. The recordings for the final two classes will be available until Friday 10th May.
How you’ll learn
My classes offer a warm and welcoming online environment. You’ll blend short lessons in basic anatomy with an easy-to-follow movement practice. You’ll have ample time to ask questions and connect with your fellow class members through discussion.
This programme is for
Anyone who has ever been told they need to improve their core strength or has sought a flatter belly. (Hands-up… everyone?)
By the end of this programme, you will
Know what your core is, what it’s responsible for, and why this matters
Firmly place six-pack abs in the ‘nice-to-have’ but completely unnecessary pile
Discover ways to adapt exercises, positions and movements to best suit you
Equipment
Throughout this programme, you will need:
Two yoga blocks or chunky books
A resistance band (an old pair of tights, or bicycle inner tube would work to begin with)
A weight, or set of weights (you can start with a can of beans, or some junk thrown into a canvas tote bag, or backpack)
To position yourself near a chair, stool or coffee table that you don’t mind putting your feet on
A towel, blanket, or squishy ball
How to join
One-off payment
After signing up you will receive a link to download a PDF class schedule containing the links to join live classes in this programme and access the recordings.
You will also receive a weekly email containing essential class information at 1:30pm GMT each Monday from 1st–29th April.
Questions? Send me an email, or message me on Facebook or Instagram.
Subscribe and save
If you want to participate in a single class, simply choose the weekly payment option and then immediately cancel so you don't get charged again.