You're Doing Great!

You're kicking this core challenge's butt. Keep up the good work!

We're two weeks into the Strong Core Challenge! With only one week left to go, you're probably feeling the effects of all the hard work you've been putting in. But it's not time to slow down quite yet. Today, you've got 13 reps of each exercise to do. Tomorrow, it's 15 reps. And then Day 15 gives you another chance to rest and recover.   As usual, we've got some special tips for you to help you through the last week of the challenge. Today, it's all about breathing. Maintaining control of your breathing patterns during exercise can help you stay in control and focused, so here's what Albert Matheny has to say about it:   To help maintain tension throughout your entire body during these exercises, breathe in during the top or start position of each movement and then hold this breath throughout the movement portion of the exercise.   Be aware of how you are breathing. Focus on keeping a consistent breathing rhythm to help you control and pace your movements.    Understand where you are breathing: Either from your chest or from lower in your abdomen. You want to initiate your breath in your abdomen; the control of your breath in your abdomen will aid in stabilizing your core, which in turn helps protect/stabilize your low back.   OK, now take a few deep breaths and get going. This challenge isn't going to complete itself! It's time to put in the work! More from BuzzFeed Life...     16 Shortcuts to Make Your Morning Easier     31 Easy Hacks To Make Your Workday Better Show privacy notice and cookie policy. BuzzFeed, Inc. 111 E. 18th St. New York, NY 10003 Unsubscribe