Core Power Flow

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Table Top
TableTop
Bird Dog
CatBalance
Plank Pose
Plank
Side Plank
SidePlank
Plank to Downward Dog
Plank
Downward Facing Dog
DownwardFacingDog
Revolved Chair
RevolvedChair
Chair Pose Hold
Chair
Standing Forward Bend
StandingForwardBend
Staff Pose
Staff
Boat Pose
Boat
Boat Pose Twists
Boat

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Core strength is so much more than just abs! Your core includes all the muscles that stabilize your spine and pelvis. A strong core improves your posture, protects your back, and enhances every other yoga pose. Remember to breathe deeply - holding your breath actually weakens your core engagement!

Description

Dynamic core strengthening sequence that flows smoothly from hands and knees to standing

Poses (12)

Warm Up
Table Top

Table Top

Engage core, neutral spine, shoulders over wrists

4breaths
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Activation
Bird Dog

Bird Dog

Opposite arm and leg, hold each side 30 seconds, engage core

8breaths
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Strength
Plank Pose

Plank Pose

Strong line from head to heels, engage entire core

6breaths
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Strength
Side Plank

Side Plank

Right side 30 seconds, left side 30 seconds, modify on knees if needed

8breaths
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Dynamic Movement
Plank to Downward Dog

Plank to Downward Dog

Flow between plank and downward dog 5 times, engage core

6breaths
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Transition
Downward Facing Dog

Downward Facing Dog

Step feet to hands, prepare for standing poses

4breaths
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Dynamic Movement
Revolved Chair

Revolved Chair

Chair pose with twist, right side then left side, engage obliques

8breaths
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Strength
Chair Pose Hold

Chair Pose Hold

Deep chair, arms up, engage core and legs

6breaths
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Transition
Standing Forward Bend

Standing Forward Bend

Fold forward, prepare to sit down

4breaths
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Foundation
Staff Pose

Staff Pose

Sit tall, engage legs and core, prepare for boat pose

4breaths
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Strength
Boat Pose

Boat Pose

Lift chest, engage core, bend knees if needed

6breaths
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Final Rest
Boat Pose Twists

Boat Pose Twists

In boat pose, twist torso side to side, keep legs lifted

6breaths
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Anatomical Focus

Core
Abdominals
Back
Shoulders

Teaching Notes

Offer modifications like knees down in plank, bent knees in boat. Emphasize breath connection. Can repeat rounds for more challenge.

Sequence Details

Target Duration:
8m
Intensity:
Vigorous
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Type:
core_strengthening
Poses:
12

Yoga Styles

Primary style
Power
Also practiced in
VinyasaAshtangaRocketAthletic
PowerHigh intensity with challenging holds and dynamic movements
VinyasaFlow between poses with breath synchronization
AshtangaTraditional core poses with specific breath count
RocketAdd advanced variations and arm balances
AthleticFunctional fitness approach with emphasis on performance

Focus Areas

Core StrengthStabilityFunctional FitnessPower