Ab Blast with Ashley Bishop was designed to provide Poolfit subscribers with a 20-minute noodle workout that could be used on its own or enjoyed after a high intensity cardio workout. Sometimes you just want some extra core work.
Below is a quick Q & A that provides some insight into Ashely’s inspiration for creating this video.
What was the Inspiration behind this express workout?
Ashley: Angie Proctor! Angie had actually suggested I put together an "Ab Blast" workout for virtual IAFC at the start of the pandemic. I drew from my favorite noodle lesson plans and wanted to create a short, yet spicy core focused noodle workout that was a little outside of the box.
How can this content be used by Poolfit subscribers?
Ashley: Aqua fitness enthusiasts could use this as an option when they are short on time but still want to get in a good workout. Spend some time warm up in the pool, pop on this video and then stretch out before they leave the pool. Or they can keep this video in their downloads and enjoy it after a high intensity cardio workout.
Do you have any tips or precautions for doing ab work on a noodle in modified supine position?
Ashley: Try to keep the spine long with no tension in the cervical spine (back of the neck). Try to gaze up towards the ceiling/sky, take keep breaths and come out for a break when you need to. Also, the diamond crunches, which are externally rotated at the hips, are a great way to disengage the hip flexors so that the abdominal muscles do all of the work.
Any suggestions for noodle size?
Ashley: Noodles aren't created equal. Some are really dense and thick, and others are flimsy and thin. It is probably best to start with a less dense noodle and then decide which is best for you. The larger noodles are also harder to grip and more challenging to float on.
Any thoughts on music & timing?
Ashley: I love to match movement to the cadence when possible. In the video, I use royalty-free music that is 128bpm. If the tempo of the movement isn't working for you (or you prefer a more freestyle way of teaching feel free to keep track of the circuits anyway you wish and move through the music.
Fitmotivation extends their thanks to Ashley for sharing her passion and her content with subscribers.