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Small Space Core Reset

Core · 6 min · 5 moves · no equipment

A session made for outside, in a park or on a path.

The workout

  1. Dead Bug

    3 × 10 reps · 15 s rest

    Lie on back, arms reaching to ceiling, knees bent 90°; slowly extend opposite arm and leg while keeping low back pressed into mat.

    Works: core, hip flexors

  2. Forearm Plank

    3 × 30 s · 15 s rest

    Elbows under shoulders, body in one straight line from head to heels, ribs pulled down to avoid sagging.

    Easier: Drop to knees if hips sag

    Works: core, shoulders

  3. Bird Dog

    2 × 10 reps each side · 15 s rest

    On hands and knees, extend opposite arm and leg while keeping hips level and core braced.

    Works: core, glutes, back

  4. Seated Russian Twist

    3 × 16 reps · 15 s rest

    Sit with knees bent, lean back slightly, rotate torso side to side tapping hands near hips.

    Works: obliques, core

  5. Mountain Climbers

    2 × 20 s · 15 s rest

    From plank, drive knees toward chest rapidly while keeping hips low and steady.

    Easier: Slow the pace to reduce impact

    Works: core, hip flexors, shoulders

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