If there is one area of the body most coveted by men and women alike, it’s the abdominals.  Great abs indicate a strong body that means business.  This core strength plan will help you firm up, get strong and boost performance in the sports you love. 

This program includes three core strength workouts per week including gym, home and active days and is meant to supplement your current exercise program, not replace it.  Each workout should take you between twenty minutes and one hour.  

This fitness plan is designed for those who are already active and have access to a fitness center or gym with a standard cable crossover station, bench and balance ball. 

In addition to the schedule, you’ll get detailed descriptions of each exercise that are ready to print and take with you to the gym. 

The core strength fitness plan is based on “Gut Check” by Jessi Stensland and “Cut to the Core” by Stephen Holt, C.S.C.S., both of which appeared in Her Sports + Fitness. Jessi is a professional triathlete and 2008 U.S. Olympic hopeful currently training with Athletes’ Performance, a leader in core training and functional movement.  Stephen is a certified strength and conditioning specialist who trains All-Americans, Olympians and professional athletes in a variety of sports.  He was named 2003 Personal Trainer of the Year by the American Council on Exercise, and has co-authored several books and e-books.