Join Mary Lou Schell with these four Exercises:
1. Basic Roll up:
Lengthen the body flat with arms directly over the shoulders towards the sky.
Slowly articulating up into a seated position reaching forward towards the feet .
Slowly returning into a tall spine position before descending back down to starting position
2. Resisted Table Top Crunches:
Begin by placing a resistant loop band above the knees. Place legs in table top position with arms straight over the head. Start the movement by maintaining table top and moving arms from above the head down towards the side of the legs by lifting the shoulders and head off the floor. To maintain a great posture in this exercise its important to gently press mid back into the ground while lifting head and shoulders and keeping table top stable.
3. Straight (w/ resistance) Leg Extension:
Using the same resistant loop from previous exercise , move the band down towards the ankles. Straighten the legs vertically. As an option you can place both hands underneath the hips for extra back support. Separating the legs enough to feel the resistance send vertical legs down while maintaining rib cage tightly. DO NOT FLARE RIBS. And slowly return to the starting position.
4. Alternating Knee Tucks w/weighted Arms:
Start seated with Weights in hand, slowly lower down and send arms overhead. Begin by pull arms down to the sides of the legs while alternating each leg in to table top position. Continue to alternate legs while keeping the arms straight. Remember Keep the mid back pressing firmly into the mat.
Mary Lou has been an experienced fitness and wellness coach & educator for the last 20 plus years in both the English and Spanish speaking markets. She has extensive knowledge in Corrective Exercise, Personal Training, Group Fitness, Pilates, and Sports Conditioning. Most of her exercise programs are directed towards improving Golf, Tennis, and overall fitness. As the Founder & Owner of M Fitness & Wellness in Southern California, her goal is to create an experience toward longevity and an active, pain-free lifestyle. Mary Lou’s growing passion for exercise, health, and education brings commitment and contagious positive energy in her community and beyond. Her formal training has given her an edge in the fitness industry.
