Midline Stability Work and Linear Progression Day
As CrossFitters, I’m sure you all know how important midline stability is to your overall fitness. During our handstand work last week, we covered hollow position and how to maintain that core function during handstand movements. One great way to improve that hollow position is to practice the plank regularly (yes, this means even outside of class!), front plank as well as both right and left sides. The following link has some great descriptions and photos to help give you an idea of the movement if you’re not sure how to practice – click here to see. For a small daily time investment, plank practice can really help to improve your positions in all of our lifts and movements. Of course, it is important to work the best possible position, see the photo below! 🙂 So plank on, my friends – plank on!
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Tuesday’s WOD:
Linear Progression Day: See Friday 1/18 and Thursday 1/24 for reference numbers
If you were not here for last Friday’s workout, perform ascending sets of 5 to find a beginning weight for linear progression
Low Bar Back squat 3×5 (add 5-10lbs to last week’s back squat)
Press: 3×5 (add 2.5-5lbs to last week’s press)
As time allows:
3 sets glute ham raises (or hamstring curls)
alternated with ab work of your choice
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