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Durante Core 3 (Rocks)
5 Rounds
Gymnastics
Solo
Workout Details
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5 Rounds:
10Hollow Rock
10Alligator Roll
10Arch Rock
1 minRest
Coaching Tips
Strategy
- 1Focus on hinging at the hips during hollow rocks to maintain a solid core position.
- 2For alligator rolls, keep a steady pace throughout the rolls to avoid abrupt movements that can lead to injury.
- 3Simultaneously breathe and engage your core during arch rocks; avoid overextending the lower back.
- 4Utilize the rest period effectively to recover and prepare for the next round, aim for a steady breathing pattern.
Safety Considerations
Technical Focus
Ensure proper engagement of the core during hollow rocks to avoid lower back strain.
Recommended Warm-Up
General Warm-Up: 2-3 Min
- 20 Mountain Climbers(Focus on driving knees towards the chest, keeping the hands under shoulders.)
Mobility: 2-3 Min
- 5-10 Cat-Cow Stretch(Focus on moving through the spine and opening the core.)
- 5-10 Cobra Stretch(Open up the chest and prepare for hip flexors.)
Activation: 3-4 Min
2 rounds- 30 sec Hollow Body Hold(Engage the core, press lower back against the ground.)
- 30 sec Arch Hold(Activate back muscles while in an arch position.)
Scaling Options
Intermediate
Reduce intensity or duration of holds as necessary.
- 1
hollow rock
Reduce the range of motion (just rolling back and forth without lifting) for hollow rocks.
- 2
alligator roll
Perform the roll without excessive twisting, focusing on stability.
- 3
arch rock
Limit the height of the arch.
Scaled
Easier variations for core exercises to maintain engagement and avoid injury.
- 1
hollow rock
Perform partial hollow rocks or hold the position without rocking.
- 2
alligator roll
Instead of rolling, do side to side lunges or seated leg raises.
- 3
arch rock
Can do an arch hold without rolling; focus on breathing and stability.