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Life's a grind. Between classes, work, and just living, who has the time? But what if 5 minutes was all you needed to build real strength?
This is your daily core circuit. Four moves. 60 seconds each. 15 seconds rest in between. The only thing you need is a floor and 5 minutes of focus.
Before we start, learn this. Breathe in through your nose, letting your belly expand. Breathe out through your mouth, pulling your belly button towards your spine. This is your power source.
Get into a push-up position. Your body should form a straight line from head to heels. Hands directly under your shoulders. No sagging hips, no raised butt.
Engage your core. Squeeze your glutes. Stare at a spot on the floor to keep your neck neutral. Feel the burn? That's your foundation getting stronger.
Quick rest. Shake it out. Get ready for the next move.
Lie on your back. Place your hands under your lower back for support. Legs straight up towards the ceiling. This is your starting point.
Lower both legs slowly, as far as you can without your lower back lifting off the floor. The slower you go, the deeper the burn. This is called 'time under tension'.
Deep breath in. Long breath out. You're halfway there.
Hands lightly behind your head, elbows wide. Bring your right knee towards your left elbow while extending your left leg. Keep your shoulders off the floor.
Don't rush this. The magic is in the twist. Rotate from your core, not your neck. Imagine your rib cage moving towards your pelvis with each crunch.
One move left. Finish strong.
Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Lift your head and shoulders slightly. Your lower back stays on the ground.
Reach your right hand to tap your right heel, then return to center. Repeat on the left side. This move targets your obliques, the muscles on the side of your abs.
You did it. Now, lie on your stomach. Gently push your torso up while keeping your hips on the floor (Cobra Pose). Feel the stretch in your abs. Hold for 30 seconds.
A strong core isn't just for looks. It's for better posture during long study sessions. It's for preventing back pain. It's the center of your power.
Consistency builds empires. Try this routine every day for 21 days. You won't just see a change. You'll feel it in every move you make.
You just unlocked a new level of strength in five minutes. You proved you don't need a gym, just dedication. Own that power.