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Core & Carry Foundation

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

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

CoreLoaded carryControl

FULL PRESCRIPTION

Exercise by exercise

  1. 01

    Dead Bug

    3 sets · 6–10 / side · 45s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE

    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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

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

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