Core strength varies from person to person ๐ค
That's why it is great to have progressions for more advanced core training peps as well as easier versions for beginners or those building up their core strength ๐ช
This core exercise targets mainly the lower abdominal muscles, the advanced version requires a strong upper body hold ( think shoulder mount for you polers)
Focus on pressing your lower back down on the floor and think about tucking your tail bone under as you lift your knees to your chest
Which one can you do?
Give it a go and let me know if you have any questions ๐
Kimberley Hicks-Personal Trainer & Figure athlete
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BACK & SHOULDER MOBILITY DRILLS ๐
Go from feeling like a 1 to a 10 in 20mins!
Better mobility = Better lifts ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ
Shoulder and thoracic spine health isn't just about feeling good, itโs also about performance. If you can't move through a full range of motion, youโre leaving gains on the table.
Add these into your warm-up or recovery days to stay mobile and strong.
How to use these:
โก๏ธ Warm-up: Pick any 3 drills.
๐งโโ๏ธ Recovery: Do all 9 for a full session
The Stats:
๐ 2-3 sets | 12 reps per exercise
๐ฌ๏ธ Remember to breathe!
Save this post for when you are ready to unlock your back and shoulders ๐
If you struggle to feel your lats or get them to actually switch onโฆ this video is for you ๐
Itโs also great if you carry tension in your traps or neck during pulldown movements โ usually a sign the lats arenโt doing their job.
Single-arm cable lat pulldown ๐
A solid drill for building scapular control and improving your mindโmuscle connection with the lats.
Plus, because itโs single-arm, itโs perfect for spotting and fixing strength or movement imbalances. ๐
๐๏ธ Key points to focus on:
1๏ธโฃ Let the shoulder blade glide down first
2๏ธโฃ Your hand is just the hook ๐ช โ pull by driving the elbow down while keeping the shoulder down and back
16/09/2025
Proud coach of these 3 queens ๐ who competed in the ICN bodybuilding competition last weekend
They were incredible onstage and took away some top spots in a very good line up of athletes ๐ช
1234
๐ฅ Sports model 40+
๐ฅSports model novice
๐ฅ Fitness model 40+
๐ฅFitness model novice
๐ฅ Bikini first timers
๐ฅNovice figure novice
๐ฅclassic figure novice
Team Bubblebutt for the wins ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
17/01/2025
Competition photos I didn't get round to sharing from 2024 competitions in September and October.
Better late then never right ! โบ๏ธ
I won 3rd place in my classes in both shows for open figure tall.
The first show was the South Islands Regional Show in Christchurch, followed by the Nationals in Auckland.
Each prep has presented unique challenges and rewards, as well as valuable learning experiences.
Does competing get easier with time?
Yes and no
While the process becomes more familiar & streamlined the discipline required to achieve competition leaness remains intense.
I am very excited to be prepping a few clients for this year's shows ๐ช๐
05/10/2024
Proud of client Letitia winning 3rd place in bikini masters- Nzifbb South Island Natural Bodybuilding show last weekend! ๐
She looked amazing ๐
First time competitor and a mum of 2 ๐ช๐
Well done!! ๐ฏ
It was great prepping her, she has a great all round attitude and positive enthusiasm!
It was a great day and I enjoyed helping/hanging out with her back stage ๐ฅฐ
(I also competed in the regional show afterwards)
08/07/2024
Honestly so blown away with .1234 dedication and achievement to get into competition shape ๐
This was her first bodybuilding show and she won 2nd in first timers and 3rd in novice in the sports model category Christchurch show ๐๐
Her work ethic and unparalleled mindset to do the work required to achieve these results made it easy to coach her!
So proud!! ๐คฉ
She nailed the posing and held her own in a tough class of 8 competitors!
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