core - Core Conditioning

Plyometrics Leg Workout & Core / HIIT

by Michelle
January 5, 2021

Plyometrics Leg Workout & Core This 25 Minute plyometric cardio circuit with additional core workout is just what you need to build strong lean legs and a tight core. This Plyometrics leg workout with core circuit is a fat burning HIIT workout. It is an all bodyweight workout requiring no equipment. We use a lot […]

CORE Strength Defined – What Is It Anyway?

by Michelle
April 23, 2019

“Core: the central, innermost, or most essential part of anything” — www.Dictionary.com A popular buzz word in the fitness industry these days is “core”; however, this word is very commonly misunderstood. Many people think of the abdominal region of the body or the well known “6-pack” when they hear the word core; however, this […]

Minute With Michelle -Episode 3: 5 Tips To Stay Hydrated This Winter

by Michelle
December 1, 2015

5 Tips for Staying Hydrated This Winter Hydration is just as important during the winter months as it is in the summer months, if not more important. Once the temperature drops during the winter months it becomes harder to focus on drinking water, well because it’s cold and most people reach for a warm […]

RE-INVENT YOURSELF 2015 TRANSFORMATION CHALLENGE

by Michelle
December 29, 2014

CORE CONDITIONING PRESENTS: RE-INVENT YOURSELF 2015 TRANSFORMATION CHALLENGE SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM TO REGISTER!! A 28-Day Jumpstart to Renew, Refresh, and Re-energize Are You Ready To: Feel better quickly and eliminate cravings? Power through your 2015 health goals? Build positive momentum and solid routine to kickstart your fittest year EVER? Overcome any setbacks […]

Minute With Michelle – Episode 1: How to Stick to a Fitness Routine

by Michelle
November 18, 2014

[retweet] [facebook] This is a question I get on a regular basis from new clients, current clients, family members, friends, and random people I meet in the coffee shop (after I mention what I do for a living). So needless to say you are not alone with being stuck in a “rut” […]

Pumpkin Coconut Protein Loaf – Guilt-Free!

by Michelle
October 31, 2014

[facebook] [retweet] Ok everyone brace yourselves! If you love pumpkin as much as I do you are going to love this recipe! I whipped this up this morning and had to put it out of sight to stop myself from eating the entire loaf! Let’s get right down to business Here is the recipe: Ingredients: […]

21 Day Slim Down For Santa Challenge

by Michelle
October 28, 2014

I AM LIMITING THIS CHALLENGE TO 30 PEOPLE SO CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!! When: Challenge begins November 10, 2014 to November 30, 2014 Cost: $45 – About $2/day & less than the cost of your coffee per day! Ok, so what is this challenge all about you ask?? Well since our last […]

Living Room Ab Workout – Try it Now

by Michelle
October 8, 2014

Try this great abdominal workout anywhere! Great for living room, hotel room, gym, office or anywhere you want. No equipment required, just your own body! Post by CORE Conditioning.

Two New E-Books are Now For Sale in the CORE Conditioning Store!

by Michelle
February 13, 2014

I am very happy to announce that my two new E-Books are finally complete and are available for purchase in the CORE Conditioning Store! 1. Cheers to Health – Simple Smoothie Recipes and Tips for People on the Go $5.99 CLICK HERE TO BUY NOW! What’s inside?? 30 pages loaded with: Tips on how to […]

Ball Jackknife

by Michelle
January 24, 2010

A Ball is required to properly perform this exercise. The main focus behind performing the jackknife is to remember to maintain a pelvic tilt (previous exercise of the month) in order to properly activate the CORE musculature and reduce the strain placed on the low back. The jackknife should be performed as follows: 1. Begin […]

Ball Marching

by Michelle
January 12, 2010

Increase CORE strength and stability The goal of this exercise is to increase CORE stability, including hip strength and balance. This is a very basic exercise and should be attempted once the pelvic tilt has been perfected. In order to perform this exercise properly, ensure you are using the correct size ball for your body […]

Why CORE Conditioning?

by Michelle
January 9, 2010

CORE (‘Kor): “the central, innermost, or most essential part of anything” www.dictionary.com The CORE is the foundation of the body and essential to optimal sports performance and injury prevention. We take this statement into everyday life with CORE Conditioning because following a regular fitness routine becomes the CORE behind promoting optimal quality of life and […]

Dead Bug

by Michelle
September 19, 2008

The Dead Bug – Properly engaging and isolating abdominal muscles. In any CORE exercise the most important thing to focus on is ensuring your are properly engaging and isolating the targeted abdominal muscles without allowing any surrounding muscles to provide assistance in the required movements. This is one of the most common mistakes that occur […]

The Pelvic Tilt

by Michelle

The Pelvic Tilt – Find your “CORE” What Is A Pelvic Tilt? Learning how to properly engage your abdominal muscles (CORE) in order to avoid low back pain or strain when performing abdominal strengthening exercises. What Muscles Are Involved in a Pelvic Tilt? Your transverse abdominis muscle (TA) are located deep in your lower abdominals […]