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Tag: core exercise

Deadbug Level 2: Leg Lift

In this video, Athletic Therapist Sarah Black demonstrates the second level of the deadbug exercises: the 1-2 Leg Lift The Leg Lift exercise is a dynamic and effective movement designed to engage and strengthen the muscles around the hip, pelvis and trunk. This beginner core exercise incorporates diaphragmatic breathing and sets the foundation for more…
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Deadbug Level 1: Hip March

The hip march exercise is a dynamic and effective movement designed to engage and strengthen the muscles around the hip, pelvis and trunk. This beginner core exercise incorporates diaphragmatic breathing and sets the foundation for more challenging core exercises. You can find all the progressions for the popular dead bug exercise here Interested in more…
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Rachelle is an athletic therapist wearing black pants and a navy blue shirt with the Athlete Centre logo on it - which is 3 chevrons in white. She is half kneeling with a blue kettlebell extended over her head. Rachelle is in the Athlete Centre studio space with various pieces of equipment behind her.

Half-Kneeling Windmill

Side Plank Clam Shells

In this video, Registered Massage Therapist and Kinesiologist Josh Toohill demonstrates the side plank clam shell. This exercise is a progression from the popular clam shell exercise and targets the core, obliques, and hip abductors for improved stability, balance, and hip strength.

Palloff Press

In this video, Rachelle Little breaks down the palloff press and offers regressions and progressions to tailor this exercise to meet your needs. The pallloff press is a highly effective exercise for building core strength, improving stability, and enhancing anti-rotational control. By resisting the pull of the band or cable, this movement activates your deep…
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1/2 Kneeling Wall Rainbows

In this video, learn how to perform half-kneeling wall rainbows, a powerful exercise to improve shoulder mobility, thoracic spine rotation, and core stability. Starting in a half-kneeling position with one knee down and the opposite foot forward, you’ll create a large arc or “rainbow” with your top arm along the wall, focusing on controlled movement…
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Wall Plank With Rotations

In this video, learn how to perform Wall Planks with Rotations, an advanced variation that enhances core strength and stability. By adding rotational movement, this exercise targets the obliques, improves spinal mobility, and challenges your balance. It engages the entire core—abs, back, and shoulders—while promoting better control and endurance. Wall planks with rotations are perfect…
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Wall Plank With Lift-Offs

In this video, learn how to perform Wall Planks with Lift-Offs to take your core training to the next level. By adding a dynamic lift-off movement, this variation enhances core strength, improves stability, and challenges your balance. It engages not only your abs but also your shoulders, back, and glutes, providing a full-body workout. This…
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Wall Plank

In this video, learn how to perform Wall Planks to strengthen your core, improve stability, and enhance posture. This exercise engages your abs, shoulders, and back while promoting proper body alignment and endurance. Wall planks are a great option for beginners or those looking for a low-impact way to build core strength while reducing strain…
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Hip Thrust: How To

In this video, learn how to perform the hip thrust with perfect form to maximize glute activation, build lower-body strength, and enhance hip power. This exercise is one of the best for targeting the glutes, improving posture, and boosting athletic performance. By rooting through your feet and maintaining a strong core, you’ll develop explosive strength,…
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