Core Class

Linda taught us about core strength (the ability to flex/extend large core muscles and create movement) vs. core strability (the ability to hold stable positions). The latter is very important for paddling and often underemphasized in a padllers training plans.

Here is a test for core stability that Linda taught us today. If you can get through this entire test, you have a strong and stable core. Chris made it through this. I didn't. I think with some work I can get there though.

Start in the plank position - butt should be level with rest of body. Hold for 1 minute.
Life right arm up. Hold for 15 seconds.
Lift left arm up. Hold for 15 seconds.
Lift right leg up. Hold for 15 seconds.
Lift left leg up. Hold for 15 seconds.
Lift right leg up. Hold for 15 seconds.
Keep right leg up, lift left arm, hold for 15 seconds.
Lift left leg up, lift right arm, hold for 15 seconds.
Return to normal plank and hold for 30 seconds.
(The entire test is 3 minutes long and runs continuously.)

Linda promised to share her notes on core stability training - I will share these once I have them from her rather than trying to recreate from memory.