Core & HIIT · Bodyweight · Advanced

Anti-Rotation Core & Kinetic Chain Fortress

Focuses strictly on the core's true biomechanical function: resisting unwanted spinal movement (anti-rotation, anti-extension, and anti-lateral flexion) rather than repetitive spinal crunching.

Duration 20 Min
Equipment Bodyweight
Targets Transverse Abdominis, Obliques, Glutes
Level Advanced
Est. Burn ~180 kcal
Part of Multi-Day Plan

Combat Athlete & Kettlebell Conditioning Program

8-week structured training cycle with progressive overload and scheduled rest days.

Weekly Schedule:
00:00 timer
Active Movement
1 of 4: bodyweight incline side plank
Set 1 of 3
Calculated Burn
0 kcal
Live MET Estimation

Workout Routine Schedule (4 Movements)

Complete each movement in order. Tap the checkmark after each set to track your progress, or tap Swap to change equipment.

#1
bodyweight incline side plank form demonstration
Bodyweight Incline Side Plank
abs · body weight · 3 Sets × 40 sec per side · 30s rest
Form Tip: Anti-lateral flexion challenge holding a perfectly straight kinetic chain.
Set 1 40 sec per side
Set 2 40 sec per side
Set 3 40 sec per side
#2
kneeling plank tap shoulder (male) form demonstration
Kneeling Plank Tap Shoulder (male)
abs · body weight · 3 Sets × 24 taps · 30s rest
Form Tip: Anti-rotation shoulder taps with zero hip sway.
Set 1 24 taps
Set 2 24 taps
Set 3 24 taps
#3
front plank with twist form demonstration
Front Plank With Twist
abs · body weight · 3 Sets × 12 reps per side · 30s rest
Form Tip: Controlled rotational decelerations.
Set 1 12 reps per side
Set 2 12 reps per side
Set 3 12 reps per side
#4
3/4 sit-up form demonstration
3/4 Sit-Up
abs · body weight · 3 Sets × 15 reps · 45s rest
Form Tip: Controlled curl-ups with 3-second isometric peak holds.
Set 1 15 reps
Set 2 15 reps
Set 3 15 reps

Coaching Tips & Progression Advice

  • Imagine balancing a glass of water on your lower back during shoulder taps; not a single drop should spill.
  • Contract the glutes hard on all plank holds to lock the pelvis in place.
  • Focus on quality of tension over speed.
Example Training Routine

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