A Ladder is 10 reps of these six exercises, then 9 reps and on down to 1 rep.
Do a Cardio Core Ladder 10x
- Jackknife Exercise
Strengthens the upper and lower abdominal muscles - Grapevine Exercise, 100 feet (30 meters) down and back
Works the quads, hamstrings, calves, glutes, and core - Burpee with Push-up Exercise
Squat thrust works the glutes - Sprint 100 feet (30 meters), jog backwards back to start
Get the quick cardio intake - 1/2 mile Power Walk
Move through the medium cardio
- Stretch for 5-10 minutes
The cool down
The cardio core ladder is genius because it is a perfect workout. Most muscles are being worked on as well as the nice cardio portion of this program. Work the cardio everyday in general but do the cardio and core ladder at least once a week.
NOTE: Please consult a medical practitioner before beginning this or any exercise program.