FT Questions....

[Scott Stevenson]

I started on the frog pumps yesterday as a pump set and they really targeted my problem areas. They're very effective at encouraging a more posterior pelvic tilt direction and made my lower back feel great. Once I have the form down I'll try adding a dumbbell as I saw Contreras do in another video.

Awesome!

Yes, it's my hip flexors that get too tight. I stretch them throughout the day but not enough to counteract all the sitting I do as an illustrator. I'm wondering are there exercises that can target the lower abs without tightening the hip flexors?

Anything with the hip flexors in an elongated position, like Ab crunches on a flat bench with feet flat on the floor. You could also use a Bosu balance trainer with feet out straight to and do weight abs. (A Bosu ball could work, but I've seen those pop / puncture with folks on them doing abs... )

The Donnie Thompson bowtie looks like it will be a great help to keep from slouching and I'm ordering it tomorrow.

Thanks Scott, for your other suggestions. I'm looking into all of them.

You're welcome!

I love Fortitude Training! I'm on my 2nd blast. I'm finding it to be the most fun and well thought out program I've ever tried! I'm seeing a transformation take place in the past 2 months.

Phenomenal! Have you monitored / measured body comp, skinfolds, etc. or taken any pics?...

-S