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This progression is written the way that it is for good reason – if you practice these drills in order, you will build the neck/shoulder/core strength you need to practice headstand safely and with control. When you feel comfortable holding a double knee shelf for 30-60 seconds, attempt to extend one leg as far as you can towards the ceiling. From your starting position with downward dog legs, hug one knee in tight to your chest (the knee won’t rest on the tricep anymore). When you’re able to hold double knees-to-tits for 30-60 seconds, work on extending one leg towards the ceiling from this position.
They’re weights that look like tea kettles (win), you can swing them around, and they strengthen your wrists and grip strength more than dumbbells, which is great if you’re into inversions/arm balances and rock climbing (aka me), or you just want stronger, healthier hands and wrists. I like to work out this way when I’m strapped for time because it’s more efficient and gets your heart rate up faster. If you’re buying kettlebells to use at home, I would get one or two 15# or 20# kettlebells to start and build from there. Hold a kettlebell back across your wrist (see instructions for chest press exercise) in the same hand as your BOSU knee.
This study conducted with 20 participants concluded that, “… the activation of the abdominal and lumbar muscles [is] the greatest during the exercises that required deltoid and gluteal recruitment. Exercises like plank that utilize upper body and lower body strength actually engage your core muscles MORE than isolation exercises like crunches. Barring injuries, there’s nothing stopping you from setting aside 3-5 minutes of your day to do your planks. Margeaux Vittoria Fitness clients – send or give me your completed plank challenge printable for a $10 training discount!
Plus they seriously taste like peanut butter cookie dough. They’re great post-workout/post-run eats to help replenish your body with protein, healthy fats, and unrefined carbohydrates. Made with only five ingredients, these quick no-bake bites taste like peanut butter cookie dough! They're whole grain, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and a great source of protein.1/2 cup oats, ground in oat flour (see Notes on how to do this or use 1/2 cup store-bought oat flour)