Work it Wednesday: The C-curve

Work it Wednesday: The C-curve

Let’s discuss the C-Curve in a M.O.M.s Method class,  a move which strengthens the deeper layers of the abdominals and the basis for many moves found in class.

Try a C -Curve by sitting up tall evenly on both sits bone with your legs slightly bent in front of you.  Feet should be flat on the floor to get started but feet can be flexed for certain exercises. Place your hands under your thighs, with air under your armpits. Take a breath and relax your shoulders.

Now imagine someone punching you in the stomach as you exhale deeply, let the ribcage close in, allowing your spine to curve but keeping the chest open and shoulders down.  Now imagine that you are scooping ice cream out of your belly creating a hollow ness deep in the abdominals. Your last image is of someone sewing through your belly button down and exiting through your back with a lift at the end towards the ceiling behind you.

To deepen the position, lengthen the chest towards the pelvis. From this position, we can deepen each contraction of the abdominals with each breath. C-Curve is the basis for  multitude of moves.

For support, you can hold onto your legs beneath your knees, or for more of a challenge let go. For even more modification, go ahead and add a ball at the base of your spine to help support your upper body.

Next time you are in class think about these tips, and as always, if you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask an instructor!

Lots of M.O.M.S Love,

The Team