Core Strength & Conditioning

09:30:

400m Run
21 Overhead Squats @ 75/55lbs
21 Sumo Deadlift Highpull @ 75/55lbs
400m Run
15 Overhead Squats
15 Sumo Deadlift Highpull
400m Run
9 Overhead Squats
9 Sumo Deadlift Highpull

Mindy: 14:44
Rachel: 17:55
*Christina: 14:47
*Josh: 16:44
*Marcy: 17:56

Contrary to popular belief and conventional "wisdom", the primary role of the abdominal muscles is midline stabilization, that is, keeping you upright. That being said, the overhead squat is probably one of the best "ab" exercises that you can do. Want a true test of core strength? Try 15 Overhead Squats with your bodyweight on the bar. The video below displays how daunting of a feat this can prove to be.