Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes
Welcome back to our special series featuring the stories of the Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes as they work towards their fitness goals in 2024. You can find all of our Sponsored Athletes’ stories here.
Meet William Lee, a dedicated individual who has prioritized physical fitness since his military days. A health scare during his second career served as a wake-up call, inspiring him to rededicate himself to exercise and challenge stereotypes about aging and strength. Here, William shares insight into his routine:
Your core muscles play a crucial role in maintaining posture, stability, and overall physical performance. Engaging these muscles in daily activities like lifting, walking, and balancing is essential for preventing injuries and improving movement patterns.
From lifting groceries to walking, your core muscles are constantly at work.
My Core Workout Routine
I dedicate every other day, Monday through Friday, to core exercises. This schedule allows for adequate recovery between sessions. Prior to my workout, I perform stretches to enhance flexibility and prepare my body. Warming up raises core temperature, improving performance and reducing injury risks.
My routine includes three sets of three different abdominal exercises, such as knee lifts and ab wheel rollouts. Knee lifts enhance posture, minimize injury risks, and engage core muscles. Ab wheel rollouts target core muscles while challenging shoulder mobility.
The Role of Nutrition in Core Strength
Achieving fitness goals requires a balance of exercise and nutrition.
While exercises build core strength, nutrition is equally important for overall fitness. Understanding that one pound of body fat equals 3500 calories, monitoring calorie intake alongside workouts is vital for success.
Join Me for a Core Workout
Join me for an online “Chair Exercises for a Strong Core” session on seniorplanet.org on October 16 at 1:30pm EDT. I will guide you through effective core exercises that can be done from your seat, promoting core engagement and overall well-being.
During the session, we will discuss the importance of core strength, effective exercises, proper form, and nutrition tips for muscle growth and recovery. Strengthening your core not only builds muscle but also improves posture, reducing back pain risks.
If you missed the first session, you can watch it here:
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Consult a healthcare professional before starting any fitness program. The information provided here is not a substitute for medical advice.
