How To Measure & Best Way To Increase Core Strength

[@BobandBrad]

For more core strengthening exercises check out our video "Simple Seated Core Strengthening Workout for Seniors- At Home"- kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHybd5ehpMSpfJosi=02YF7gbhj_yB8pHs

[@paulhunter6652]

Thanks!

[@Melodie007]

Best channel around

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you so much, that means a lot :)

[@KJSvitko]

Most elderly people have problems getting up off the floor. As a child you spend a lot of time on the floor, adults do not. Doing yoga / stretching exercises on the floor can improve balance, mobility, flexibility and the ability to get up and down.. Just getting up and down to the floor in a controlled manner is difficult for many older adults. Play with your children on the floor. Bend over, get down and pull weeds in your garden. Play with a pet on the floor. The more effort you make to work on balance and flexibility will pay dividends as you age.

[@dudley7540]

Well,actually last September I spent 27 hours on the cellar floor until someone noticed I was missing.

[@jacquelyns9709]

I fell several times during the 1st 5 months of 2023. I had to call 911 to get up off the floor. None of the 5 PTs I have seen since wanted me to get near the floor. I am not going to get on the floor by myself. So I won't be doing any of these exercises. I have been doing a number of other exercises and have gotten much stronger. I do flexibility exercises using my rollator that I learned from this channel.

[@KJSvitko]

@@jacquelyns9709 Ideally people start doing floor exercises while they are still able to get up and down without any help. The idea is to extend your ability longer in life. Sounds like you are beyond that point and need assistance to work on balance, strength and flexibility from a standing or sitting position with something near by to help with stability. A chair, counter top, a walker or even a cain can be helpful and provide added stability. Once you are unable to do floor exercises it is difficult to do them. Some of the exercises can be performed while lying in bed though. The point was to continue to get on the floor as you age and while you are still able to. That is why you need to do these in your 30s, 40s 50s and beyond. This should be a life long practice not something you suddenly try to do after being unable to get on the floor years or even a decade. This was about prevention and keeping the ability thru out your life. Maintaining strength and flexibility is more desirable than trying to rehabilitate after loosing it.

[@ChittarupaYoga]

That makes such a difference. People don't realize how little movement they do in a day as they age.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing!

[@rosemarie8235]

How is BOB doing???? I'll pray for him Brad take care!!!!

[@daveriddlelin9327]

Those work!.. I've had serious injuries left me in pain twenty years.. these almost completely erase it..

[@ChittarupaYoga]

Good to know. I am looking for ways to reduce pain as I age.

[@daveriddlelin9327]

@@ChittarupaYoga my pain reduced so much.. core feels strong and durable now..

[@ChittarupaYoga]

@@daveriddlelin9327 awesome. I will keep watching these guys.

[@BobandBrad]

Great to hear it!!

[@lucyprice6237]

These videos always are helpful!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad to hear it! Happy to help!

[@catherinekasmer9905]

Bob and Brad…with Mike

[@BobandBrad]

Yes! Thank you for watching!

[@OrganizeCreateDecorate]

I'm catching up on your videos as I have been in pain in both arms, my neck, and back for more than a month. Between radiation a year ago, cancer prevention meds, and another med attacking my body, I have been fighting to get my strength back and not let the 'cutes' win. Your videos are wonderful at giving me more ways to get in shape again. God bless all three of you. Bob, too.

[@poiuytrewq4049]

Shout out to Mike for keeping his breathe on this episode

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!

[@janproy7956]

Excellent. Thank you 😊

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome!

[@mariannebrowne7398]

Thanks guys 👍👍

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome!

[@lifesbeautiful3024]

Great vid! Side plank, though, could be tough on the shoulder with pain.

[@ChittarupaYoga]

I feel you. My shoulder has been injured and has gotten sore lately. Makes certain exercises difficult.

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you liked it!

[@jjjone683]

Can you show some other exercises adapted for hurt shoulders please.

[@BobandBrad]

Here are some you can try: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=shoulder%20pain

[@sherryg1838]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to help!

[@madslouispetersen8204]

Great as always. The bird dog could use a more qualitative approach, regarding to the core and spine Stability aspect. When doing it, the purpose is to hold the core and keep the lumbar spine in a neutral position all the time, or you dont really train the core effective. Mike went from neutral to exstension when he performed it, and the pelvis dropped from side to side, so no really core Stability. And the hold should at least be 10 seconds, working up to 30 seconds at some point. Great as always, but the quality was lacking a little with the bird - dog.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for watching!

[@Derekolson0]

Excellent information I'll go do those right now! Thankyou

[@BobandBrad]

Perfect!

[@robertaj3767]

AWESOME CHANNEL!!!🎊

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!!

[@lukasenkaS]

Thank you for uploading this

[@BobandBrad]

Of course! Happy to help!

[@stevedaley2734]

You guys are great

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!

[@chefstephbauerable]

Great advice all the way around!

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for watching!

[@AnthonyMcauliffe-hy2js]

How,about a work out twist using resistance bands tube

[@BobandBrad]

Here is a link with all our workout videos that use resistance bands: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=resistance%20band%20workout

[@JoyPeace-ej2uv]

With the bird dog I do not do that on the floor. I have a bench seat on my porch. I put one arm on it for balance then lift the other arm and the opposite to the arm leg and hold. My knees won't take being on the floor anymore.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ruthfrye9181]

So much help!!

[@BobandBrad]

Awesome to hear, thanks for watching!

[@1HeathersJourney]

I have both spondy conditions, degenerative disc disease and a compressed nerve due to stenosis. What one would be the easiest/best to start with?

[@debbiesue8207]

Thank you!

[@BobandBrad]

You're welcome!

[@juliegreller9242]

Serious issues with my knees, so getting on all fours is impossible. Any substitutions?

[@ChittarupaYoga]

I do these standing. That gets some balance work in too. And I've done the opposite leg and arm lift while lying on my back. It doesn't do the exact same work but does help with elongating the spine.

[@BobandBrad]

We will look into it!

[@ronibradley234]

Excellent- thank you

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome!

[@belwynne1386]

This is really helpful. Thanks

[@BobandBrad]

So happy to hear it!

[@paulhunter6652]

Hello: What if your rectus stomach muscles are torn and you have a pot belly? It looks like a large hernia but is not. Are these still good exercises? Thanks

[@BobandBrad]

If it causes you pain, please do not do it.

[@deborahengesser159]

Thank you 😊

[@BobandBrad]

Anytime!

[@barbaraonisko7441]

Can u PLEASE do a video of core exercises for seniors who cant get on floor… chair or standing core exercises.

[@BobandBrad]

You can try this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmXcl3Wij66ljsksi=oVcBo1u107Thmy9W

[@AvidEric]

2:50 is going to be tough if your... "top heavy" (i.e. big belly) - instead of the upper body going up the legs come up and this whole exercise is becoming more of a balancing act than targetting specific muscles. I'm also not sure how good it is to do situps when having abdominal separation - would it worsen or better the issue.🤔

[@robinr5669]

My situation as well

[@BobandBrad]

Great point. If you cannot do it with proper mechanics, it could cause more harm than good.

[@MrSamadolfo]

😊 Deadlift, Benchpress, Squat, you will need a cage to do it safely and its alot easier too.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrSamadolfo]

@@BobandBrad Your Welcome 😇

[@cactustree505]

Now what is the best exercise to beef up my brain's motivation muscle? Maybe do a show with a psychologist on motivation and willpower with a focus on how to create a SUCCESSFUL (meaning actually sticking with it) EXERCISE PROGRAM? Thank you for your videos!

[@kurtjames9487]

Develop your right brain as well as your individual and group identity.

[@ysbyttybedbug]

Lol, ditto!

[@BobandBrad]

Great idea!

[@MuratKerimol-e2f]

What alternative if injured on the shoulder for the side plank and bird-dog ?

[@donnagarey8401]

Are planks ok for severe lumbar spinal stenosis and sciatica?

[@BobandBrad]

Yes, they should help strengthen the muscles to help the pain from these.

[@ronaldandrews283]

I do side planks with something between my legs.This will be back pain free.Unlike 9/10 AB Exercises.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jamesross5328]

Please look at the camera

[@BobandBrad]

Noted, thank you for the feedback!

[@smilesmile7330]

Presidential fitness award in the 90s too 😂

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, thank you!

[@sunflowers58]

Had knees replaced how can I do the third one not on my knees

[@chaitalimukherjee8197]

Greetings, are these good for ppl with listhesis. Pls advice. Thanks

[@tonykelpie]

Simple answer yes. But check with your own doctor. Extension tends to be the biggest problem for spondylolisthesis

[@chaitalimukherjee8197]

Many thanks ​@@tonykelpie

[@BobandBrad]

As long as they don't cause new or more pain.

[@smilesmile7330]

1:45 😂

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for watching!

[@neonmoton7769]

1st view and Comment 🎉

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for watching! Stay well!!

[@rajuprajapati2602]

Can i lift weights in gym with grade 1 spondylolisthesis. Or first i have to make my core strong to stabilize spine than after i can hit the gym??

[@BobandBrad]

We would suggest strengthening first before hitting the gym too hard.

[@rajuprajapati2602]

@@BobandBrad thank you sir, after making core hard, I can really hit the gym? With low to minimum weight? And avoiding deadlift and squats?

[@lauraleeperrigo-4905]

How about a tare in your axle?

[@BobandBrad]

We would have to recommend you speak to your doctor as they know your specific situation

[@joyfisher8008]

I earned the Presidential fitness award in 6th, 7th & 8th grade. Now today I can't see my toes past my belly.😔

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, good job on those awards!

[@BrendaC-jh6gx]

👍

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for watching!

[@dilettanter]

Who is Stuart McGill?

[@BobandBrad]

He is an expert on back pain www.bobandbrad.com/experts/stuart-mcgill

[@dilettanter]

@@BobandBrad thanks!

[@disneynanapop4488]

I need that shirt,

[@BobandBrad]

If you are referring to Brad's shirt, you can find it here: bob-brad.myspreadshop.com/healthy+fit+and+pain-free-A5c36b8bf1cbf3a6816050b9d?productType=951&sellable=bBX8E29Og4T5b0zeM1a9-951-18&appearance=739

[@tonykelpie]

I’m not convinced that women should be doing less than men for abdominal exercises; the upper body in a woman weighs less than in a man

[@ChittarupaYoga]

I agree. Unfortunately, research focuses on men. Not much research done to really see what works best for women.

[@BobandBrad]

Totally relatable, will see what we can find on this research!

[@jamesross5328]

Sorry It is too distracting

[@BobandBrad]

Sorry!!

[@jamesross5328]

Who the heck talking to?

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for watching