Core Mobility Flow

This routine is designed to strengthen your core muscles while enhancing overall flexibility. Perform each exercise for the suggested time or repetitions, and remember to listen to your body, modifying as needed. 

  • What you need:
    You’ll need water, a towel and a timer. You will need a step or box for the main workout.
  •   Note:
    Make sure to write out the movements and check the video demonstrations before you start. 
5
Mins
Warm Up
Cat-Cow Stretch
 45 secs on hold
Alternate up and down. Focus on smooth transitions.
Bird Dog
 45 secs on hold
Alternate each leg and arm. Engage core; balance is key.
Standing Side Stretch
 45 secs on hold
Alternate each side. Stretch gently through sides.
Cobra Stretch
 45 secs on hold
Open chest; don’t force lower back.
High Knees
 45 secs
Alternate legs with max reps. Light cardio for warm-up.
20
Mins
Workout

20-Minute Core + Flexibility Alternating Circuit

  • Structure: 3 rounds of all 4 sets. Each set includes 1 core + 1 flexibility move performed back-to-back.
  • Reps: 12–15 reps (or 30 sec hold) per move
  • Rest: 30 seconds between rounds

Set 1

Set 2

Dead Bug
 12 reps per side
Seated Forward Fold
  30 sec
Side Plank
  30 sec each side
Seated Spinal Twist
  30 sec each side

Set 3

Set 4

Reverse Crunch
 30 sec
Cobra Stretch
  30 – 45 sec hold
Heel Taps
  15 – 20 reps
Figure Four Stretch
   30 sec each leg
5
Mins
Cool Down

Remember to breathe deeply and consistently during each stretch. Feel free to hold each stretch longer if it feels comfortable, and don’t push your body into any uncomfortable or painful positions. This cooldown routine is designed to help improve flexibility and reduce muscle tension.

Child’s Pose
 1 min
Relax; focus on breathing.
Seated Side Stretch
 30 secs each side
Stretch gently through sides.
Supine Spinal Twist
 30 secs each side
Allow spine to relax and unwind.
Butterfly Stretch
 1 min
Keep spine tall, chest open
Deep Breathing
Deep Breathing
 1 min
Breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds and release for 8 seconds.

And we are done!