#168 Movement Flow + Complex Patterns

Mobility exercises combined with multi-joint movements for advanced coordination

Good Morning!

Here’s today's workout. As always, you’ll get out of it what you put into it.

• If you’re short on time, decrease the number of sets

• If you’re feeling ambitious, increase the number of sets or reps per minute

• Consistency beats perfection–I’m glad you showed up!

Workout #168:

Total Time: 30 minutes (6 exercises x 5 sets)
Instructions: Perform each exercise for one minute, then move to the next. Repeat the circuit 5 times.

1. Star Jumps (Dynamic - Power)
   How to Do It:

   • Crouch down

   • Jump explosively

   • Extend arms and legs

   • Land softly

Easier Variation: Reduce the range of motion by not crouching as low and not extending limbs fully during the jump.

2. Plank to Downward Dog (Movement Flow)
   How to Do It:

   • Start in plank

   • Push hips up and back

   • Form inverted V

   • Return to plank

Easier Variation: Bend knees slightly in the downward dog position to accommodate tighter hamstrings and shoulders.

3. Wall Sit (Lower Body - Isometric Strength)
   How to Do It:

   • Back against wall

   • Slide down to 90 degrees

   • Hold position

   • Keep core engaged

Easier Variation: Hold a higher position (less knee bend) or take brief breaks during the minute.

4. Cross-Body Mountain Climbers (Core - Obliques)
   How to Do It:

   • Plank position

   • Knee to opposite elbow

   • Alternate sides

   • Control movement

Easier Variation: Slow down the pace and reduce the range of motion, focusing on the rotational component rather than speed.

5. Spiderman Push-Ups (Upper Body - Complex)
   How to Do It:

   • Start push-up

   • Bring knee to elbow

   • Return leg while pushing up

   • Alternate sides

Easier Variation: Separate the movements by performing a regular push-up, then bringing the knee to elbow while in the high plank position.

6. Skater Jumps (Dynamic - Lateral Power)
   How to Do It:

   • Jump side to side

   • Land on outside foot

   • Touch floor (optional)

   • Stay low

Easier Variation: Step side to side instead of jumping to reduce impact while still working on lateral movement patterns.

That's it. If you have any questions or feedback, let me know!

To recap, here's what you hit today:

• MOBILITY-STRENGTH INTEGRATION! Plank to downward dog transitions combine flexibility work with strength training for complete movement quality!

• COMPLEX MOVEMENT MASTERY! Spiderman push-ups integrate upper body strength with hip mobility and core coordination for total-body development!

• LATERAL AGILITY DEVELOPMENT! Skater jumps build the side-to-side quickness essential for sports performance and injury prevention!

See you tomorrow morning!

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