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4 Core Exercises to Treat Back and Knee Pain

Gluteus Bridge

Lying flat on your back, bend your knees up and keep your feet on the floor.

 

Raise your hips until they are level with your knees. Keep your back straight and hold the position for three seconds. Lower your hips back to the ground and complete 12 times.

 

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Walk Out Planks

From a standing position with abs contracted, bend over and place your fingers on the ground. Walk your hands out to a plank position and reverse walk back to the starting position. Complete four repetitions.

 

 

 

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Lori Walker

Lori Walker is a full time USA Cycling Level 1 coach. She has been involved in cycling for over 20 years and is an avid racer and race organizer. Lori currently coaches at the Dick Lane Velodrome in Atlanta, Georgia, working with racers competing at junior, collegiate and Master's age group championships.
Lori Walker is a full time USA Cycling Level 1 coach. She has been involved in cycling for over 20 years and is an avid racer and race organizer. Lori currently coaches at the Dick Lane Velodrome in Atlanta, Georgia, working with racers competing at junior, collegiate and Master's age group championships.

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