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Core & Carry Foundation

A trunk-focused session built around breathing, stable positions, and carries—not endless crunches.

Preview the exercises
GoalBracing, resisting rotation, and controlled locomotion
LevelAll levels
Duration25–35 min
Exercises5

BEFORE YOU START

Equipment and structure

Bodyweight · Band or cable station · One dumbbell

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Exercise by exercise

  1. 01

    Dead Bug

    3 sets · 6–10 / side · 45s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Exhale and keep your low back gently supported.
    • Move only as far as you can hold that position.
    • Return slowly before changing sides.
  2. 02

    Pallof Press

    3 sets · 8–12 / side · 45s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Stand where the band or cable has light tension.
    • Press straight out without rotating.
    • Breathe while holding your ribs over your pelvis.
  3. 03

    Suitcase Carry

    3 sets · 30–45 sec / side · 45s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Choose a load you can carry without leaning.
    • Walk with quiet, controlled steps.
    • Keep the weight close and your shoulders level.
  4. 04

    Glute Bridge

    3 sets · 10–15 · 60s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Keep your ribs stacked over your pelvis.
    • Press through the whole foot.
    • Squeeze your glutes without arching your low back.
  5. 05

    Band Row

    3 sets · 10–15 · 60s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE
    Coaching cues & alternatives

    Coaching cues

    • Anchor the band securely before starting.
    • Pull your elbows toward your back pockets.
    • Return slowly without letting your shoulders roll forward.