Gentle Core & Stretching for Seniors & Beginners

Activate your core and decompress with this full body stretching routine that also works your abs!
This is a great workout to do on it's own when you are short on time, or as an add-on to a cardio or strength workout.
Just follow along , lets relax your muscles, relieve tension and feel great afterwards!
Let me know how you enjoyed this workout in the comments. I love hearing from my viewers.
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[@audreymurph6562]

Recently diagnosed with vertigo... had to stop my yoga. I stumbled across your KZbin and tried yoga after 3-months of being away. In tears, all joy... thank you. I think I am getting my life back.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

That's great Audrey! I'm so glad my videos are helpful :)

[@Carlene-2345]

Another winner! I really enjoy these gentle stretching videos in the evening. I was pretty excited to discover that I can do a downward dog--something i would never have attempted a few months ago. Huge improvement in my flexibility since I discovered your channel. 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wow! That's great Carlene. I'm so proud of you and your improvements!

[@annbate2590]

Hi there!I am a 66 year old woman, overweight and unfit. I have tried so many "beginner" yoga and workout videos that are way past achievable levels for me. I just recently found your channel and I am thrilled. The exercises with weights and the stretches are a challenge but are actually doable for me! It really encourages me to stick at it and improve my overall health. Thank you so much.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful Ann! I’m thrilled my workouts are a good fit for you. Keep up the great work 🙌🏻

[@ashanein]

Thank you thank you thank you!! I'm 36 but have fibromyalgia so your videos are perfect pacing and challenge level for me. I'm so grateful for you!! 💜

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are so welcome! I’m grateful for a viewer like you as well 🤩

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Love the stretching 💪👍❤️

[@FakeCrisRealTyranny]

Great one to do just before bed!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yes! Thank you!

[@juliemacefield3307]

Perfect ending to today's workouts thankyou Lauren see you tomorrow 💐❤️🙋

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Nice job 🤩

[@michellesmith-goldberg5080]

Great stretches Lauren! I feel amazing after a hard workout and great stretches like these! Love all your videos and content! ❤❤❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Love that you feel amazing :) (especially after three videos, lol)

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

I feel 20 years younger with this gentle core workout; recommend others to participate ❤️💪

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great to hear Ruth! Thank you :D

[@k.alboyd9020]

This is a wonderful "rest day" activity for me with the arms and abs workout also. 💙

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful!

[@jodiehowlett5427]

💗I loved this sequence, Lauren. Thank you so much.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Jodie :)

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren just a short one for me today a wonderful stretch have a lovely weekend see you on Monday for another great week 🙋💐❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Have a great weekend 🤩

[@Racheficent]

I'm not a senior but I haven't really worked out for 5 years. I'm losing weight but my doctor said I have to build muscle. Thanks for this series.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Yes, building muscle is so important at any age, and building muscle mass burns calories so it's really helpful in losing weight!

[@denisegerlitz5272]

I have to tell you what a blessing you are! After injuring myself a while back doing something I probably shouldn't have been doing, I've decided that (to a point) maybe I should act my age. I've been looking for workout videos that don't feature 20-somethings doing movements that are now off my plate. I've considered a few senior programs... but they're too slow and I spent more time listening to instructions that actually working out. I came across your workouts by accident and I'm so glad I did. I schedule a variety throughout the week (and you have a great variety) and they work well with my cardio workout. Please keep doing what you're doing... and, you have a wonderful personality. Thanks for your dedication to those of us who aren't quite ready for the rocking chair. God bless.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you so very much Denise! In a nutshell, you expressed exactly what I hope to accomplish with my channel!!! Keep up the great work, I'm thrilled you are working out with me :)

[@kathyellman130]

Totally agree with everything you said Denise!

[@MariaR-wz2tx]

100% with Denise,, she fills the gap

[@olympiamilan63]

It was all that I needed right now.. thank you so much 🙏❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are so welcome! Glad it was a good workout for you 🤩

[@carolsears5084]

Great evening routine thanks ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it!! 🤩

[@juliemacefield3307]

Hi Lauren v v short on time today managed to fit in a short wonderful stretch thankyou have a lovely weekend see you on Monday 🙋❤️💐

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you! You too! 😍

[@klaurievickroy2112]

great core and extended class. thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it Laurie :)

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren added this onto The trouble spots class just what I needed today so did it twice to relieve my tension feel good 👍 see you tomorrow 🙋💐❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Nice plan Julie!

[@shellymacdonald8324]

Wonderful Lauren,loved it!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Shelley! Happy to hear you love it :)

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Feel wonderful; my lower feels great now 👍💪

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great to hear!

[@dvoragabay9220]

תודה רבה לך אין כמו האימונים שלך ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are most welcome!!

[@Eve_M45]

Love this workout for beginning the day ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great! Thanks Eve!

[@julietm2375]

Thank you. Look forward to your stretching exercises, more like this please.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad you like it Juliet :)

[@waputi3191]

Wonderful morning ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

🤩🙌🏻

[@lsdev4229]

This was the PERFECT workout for me today Lauren. I think I over did the last couple of workouts having to much FUN😂...it's all good and i feel GREAT!🥰🇨🇦Sharon.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Good job listening to your body Sharon :)

[@huawei049vipfbb6]

Nice stretch. I did it with pleasure. Thank you so much, Lauren!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful!

[@phoebelafibi]

JUST what I needed! Ty, Namaste

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Thanks Phoebe 🤩

[@betsyguepet4224]

You have made such a difference in how I am feeling now. I started with the weight videos which I love and did this video for chronic pain. I'm so thankful for you ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

That is so nice to hear Betsy! Keep up the great work :)

[@debbiejones6239]

Lovely for a very early morning start❣️🌞

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Debbie, Hope you have a great weekend :)

[@lisadodd5775]

Love it.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Lisa :)

[@shyleenmayer6736]

I am 59 years old and love this video! It is great to do after one too many days of weights. Have done it many times as I can't seem to find many abs and stretching videos! Would love another one, maybe all standing. Thanks for all the great videos!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I'm so glad you like it Shyleen! Here is the link to my 10 min workouts. There are many 10 min abs and stretching videos (not together, but quick workouts) kzbin.info/aero/PLdAl5SsVkdofbaTvn5Nsd1gclYr2L4LXY

[@shyleenmayer6736]

@@SeniorShapeFitness thanks so much!

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren just added this onto the end of today's class nice relaxing stretch 🙋❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome!

[@kerih4277]

Thank you Lauren, this was just what I needed this morning! I really appreciate the variety of videos on your channel 💕

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are so welcome! I appreciate that 🤩

[@libby68506]

Love this. Feels Great!!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Super! Thank you Libby ;)

[@glendasetter6101]

I’m 70 and just discovered your videos. Love the easy stretches. Looking forward to doing something new everyday.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful Genda! Happy to have you working out with me :)

[@brookedanielle675]

I absolutely love your videos and exercises!!! This is my first time trying wall pilates after using a reformer and it’s amazing. I love that I can do it at home❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! I'm thrilled you love it Brooke :)

[@kathyellman130]

This was fabulous right after the 30 minute cardio and strength ! Loved it! 💕💕💕

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I'm thrilled you love it Kathy! I agree I think it's a great add-on :)

[@michelefol9605]

need this everday! thank you☺

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

No problem 😊 Nice job Michele!

[@waputi3191]

Amazing morning

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Good morning! Glad you like it :)

[@AT-vn5fq]

I loved this. Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kellypantaleoni5166]

This was such a gift this morning. I feel amazing now and I cannot thank you enough for that❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad! I love to hear it Kelly :)

[@joannekempf3350]

Good morning! Another day of intense gardening yesterday (digging things out, moving things around). Did your bedtime stretches last night and slept like a log. Didn’t feel like a vigorous workout this morning so I started with your 1-mile walk followed by this new one. I love it! You’ve got something for everyone and every circumstance. I do appreciate it! Enjoy your day!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Fabulous! Have a great day as well! 🤩

[@jeepersandrandy]

I just added this gentle, luxurious core and stretch to your tabata cardio and tone pilates inspired workout for an all-round body workout. This was a deliciously wonderful end to my workout today. Thanks Lauren!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! And thank you for the glorious adjectives in your comment 🤩

[@judyharrison8201]

I just did this video and I really appreciated the slow pace and it really helped me as I can no longer so hard or high impact exercises. I also did a walking video and it was very good too. I look forward to trying many others in your lineup.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Judy! Happy to have you working out with me :)

[@drleach44460]

I enjoyed this practice.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks!

[@tracyheath6076]

That was a nice combo (Abs and stretch)! These are your colors Ms. Lauren. You look beautiful in them.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Tracy, I appreciate that :)

[@cindyg630]

Happy New Year Lauren! Loved this and will be trying your yoga routines now, as I miss them. Thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Happy new year Cindy :)

[@patriciagambin3276]

Just did a basic step aerobics workout and added your 10 minute standing stretch followed by core stretching and balance then added balance and glute workout. So spoilt for choice thanks for all your wonderful workouts. 😅

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Sounds great! You go girl! 🤩

[@juliawolson6122]

Perfect for after the balance, core, and strength workout! Thanks, Lauren!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Nice job with the double core workout Julia :)

[@TheNancyReynolds]

I love the way you snuck in a move that has us on one knee and about to tip over! 😲 I was not expecting that! Seriously though, this is a great video 💞

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it!! You know I like to incorporate balance exercises when I can!!

[@yolainelauture-berquin]

Excellent stretching. Thanks

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it 🤩

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Stretching classes are great for me ❤️👍thank you Lauren

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad!

[@julianabueno4421]

Amazing class. Tks 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Welcome 😊 Thank you Juliana !!

[@bethrodee7598]

Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank YOU Beth! I appreciate it and I hope you have a great weekend :)

[@greetjemartinezjustiz-vos4535]

This is so good at the moment. To start the day if you did not sleep so well. Thanks again Lauren. ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it and I hope you sleep better tonight!

[@jonigriffin7691]

Amazing! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it! Thanks Joni :)

[@martinbrown7903]

Wonderful workout with serene music. Nice to feel those muscles stretching and now ready for a day of gardening.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Martin, I hope you have a wonderful day!

[@vickiedean3766]

I love your channel. It is perfect for this 71 year old woman. Thank you so much. You are beautiful.❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! Thank you so much Vickie ;)

[@julielazaroff4796]

You are such a breath of fresh air. Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So nice of you to say! Thank you Julie :D

[@JillSmith-xn9by]

Did this one for the first time this morning. The stretch with one leg extended to the side-wow! Thanks for the interesting things you come up with.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Thanks Jill 🤩

[@dorisfriedman]

I love all your videos!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Doris🤩

[@kristineyunka6464]

A nice morning routine to start the day. Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Glad you like it Kristine :D

[@ColeenKennedy-f7z]

Awesome! Loved it! 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you Coleen 😁

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren just added this onto the end of a yoga class I like to do more relaxed classes on a Sunday this was perfect 👍see you tomorrow 🙋❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yes! I agree about relaxed classes on Sundays. "Self care Sundays" to set the week :)

[@carlmacneil5991]

Thank you! Your stretches have greatly improved my back pain.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great to hear! You are very welcome :)

[@stefaniamagnabosco4713]

❤ wonderfull morning wake up. Thanks Lauren

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Stefania, you are very welcome :)

[@cinheff7309]

Thank you💗

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome, glad you liked it!

[@rosachen871]

Moved a lot of furniture today and this was a perfect way to end the day. Loved the stretching.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I'm thrilled you love it! Thank you :)

[@jeannettechiappone3887]

OMG! Lauren, that was heavenly! Just did this video after a cardio workout & it's definitely a delicious treat for all that hard work! Absolutely wonderful. Also, my quads & hip flexors are sending you an extra big thank you because they just LOVE to get a good deep stretch. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful Jeannette! I'm thrilled it felt great and was a "delicious treat"!

[@lisadodd5775]

Just getting back in to working out. Had a partial knee replacement in October 2022. My Dr told me I could do anything but run. I’ve been walking on a treadmill and some weights here and there but wanted to ease back in to yoga. Love your workouts. They are perfect.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great to hear my workouts are a good fit for you Lisa!!

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren great stretch to end a great week working out with you ❤🙋

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Have a great weekend Julie :)

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

❤luxurious stretching 🤗

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

fabulous :)

[@mocharulez3783]

This was great! I did this after my cardio and it was fantastic! Thank you so much! Love what you do! ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! So glad you think it's fantastic :)

[@shelleyscheffler1169]

Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wow! thank you so much Shelley! Your support is much appreciated :) !!!!

[@jacqueline6303]

Thank you, Lauren, for another beneficial, enjoyable workout video🌻

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad you enjoyed it Jacqueline :)

[@clc7378]

🎉 TY!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You bet!!

[@shielafulache30]

Thank❤❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome Shiela :)

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Awesome 🙏

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks 🤗

[@margaretek5350]

Well I don’t care for floor routines but thoroughly enjoyed this routine! I guess at 75 I am going against the grain! lol 😂 Thank you and many blessings 🙏🙏🙏

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Good for you! So glad you tried it :)

[@loricarroll1035]

Lovely add on

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I love that you added it on to another workout, Thanks Lori :)

[@surayasam1481]

Love it!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

great! thanks so much :)

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

This is a super stretch； it gives me the zen 🙏💕👍

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Happy to hear that!

[@K_Lee]

Loved this workout. Did it after my cardio and I feel great!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Perfect! I'm thrilled you love it Katherine :)

[@lauradees2168]

This was a perfect way to end my morning workout routine! Love this! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Thanks Laura :)

[@patriciagambin3276]

Thanks

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

🙌🏻

[@astrozack-dishon6339]

Sometimes you just need to be gentle with yourself. Thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Absolutely :)

[@laurabeck2738]

Perfect stretch and abs after my Spin ride!!! Loved it!!! 😊👍

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Happy to hear it Laura, thank you!!!

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren I've added this onto today's 80's dance cardio class just what I needed today still very very hot 🥵🔥 and muggy in England x

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great job! stay cool Julie :)

[@cherylcosgrove511]

Well thought out,creative stretch workout❤ just what we needed Lauren,millions of thanks😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful Cheryl! You are most welcome :)

[@jjays8174]

lovely workout! lots of new things to capture and keep ADHDs attention!! lauren I was looking forward to your Otober 2023 calender of workouts! Is there a delay? or have I missed it?

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Excellent! I always just do a weekly workout plan, I've never done a whole month calendar. I post the weekly plan on Sundays both on the community tab and in the playlist tab on my channel's main page. Here is the link for this week: kzbin.info/aero/PLdAl5SsVkdoeg1JVB4NEBk0JLUVQWz5EG

[@rosierosie62]

Day 39, tired after a long hike and I could not face anymore cardio or energetically moving about lol. This was perfect for my aching legs. Just perfect.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Oh good! I agree. I often do this type of exercises (stretch and abs) when I don't feel like doing anything, and it makes me feel better :)

[@andreadixon4987]

Really enjoyed doing this one and will definitely do it again - felt relaxed and stretched out afterwards!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! Thank you Andrea :)

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Very nice stretch ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you 😋

[@katiechristian482]

Perfect after your HIIT Workout!❤😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Katie! thanks :)

[@joansmith1195]

Did this fabulous stretch and abdomen alone. It was so relaxing and I do feel wonderful. Thank you so much.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you Joan, it's my pleasure :)

[@annagrisham2215]

Did your 10 minute warm up, and 10 minute arms and shoulders first. Really enjoyed this one. My right sciatic nerve is really picky with floor abs. I have learned some tricks now. Did the same thing but with my legs lifted in the butterfly position. ☺

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Sounds great Anna!

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Feel amazing and challenging❤🩷

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren I do feel amazing added this onto an aroabics class perfect ending loved it 🙋❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Excellent! Thanks Julie :)

[@judiseibold9119]

Love this stretch. Do you have a hip flexor stretch. All of a sudden my hip are tight.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I have a whole video for hips! Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGm8mHiamLdkiM0

[@EvaFlores-gl3zy]

❤️❤️❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Eva :)