{"id":44096,"date":"2023-02-27T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-27T03:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/uncategorized\/20-min-shoulders-and-core-workout\/"},"modified":"2025-05-16T12:48:55","modified_gmt":"2025-05-16T10:48:55","slug":"20-min-shoulders-and-core-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/blog\/move\/20-min-shoulders-and-core-workout\/","title":{"rendered":"Workout of the week: 20-min shoulders and core workout"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>20-MIN SHOULDERS AND CORE WORKOUT<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>ALL LEVELS <\/strong><\/strong>\/<strong> <\/strong>shoulders and core workout \/ 20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Equipment<\/strong><\/strong>: Kettlebell, medicine ball, step &amp; Swiss ball<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When we think about developing our upper body, our mind immediately guides us to a<strong>&nbsp;muscular chest and strong arms<\/strong>. However, if you only target these two, you&#8217;ll be neglecting your back,<strong>&nbsp;shoulders, and core<\/strong>. The latter is prominent in tons of&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/15-min-abs-and-core-workout\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">core and abs workouts<\/a>, but the same can&#8217;t be said about shoulders. Often disregarded,&nbsp;<strong>they&#8217;re involved in every upper body movement. Every pulling or pushing movement uses the full extent of your arms and, therefore, your shoulders.<\/strong>&nbsp;That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s so important to train them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That was the idea behind this shoulders and core workout designed by our <strong>Vienna based personal trainer<\/strong> <strong>Johannes Auer<\/strong>. You can find him at our <a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/evo-fitness-vienna-mariahilferstrasse\/\"><strong>Mariahilfer Stra\u00dfe<\/strong><\/a> club<strong>. <\/strong>It consists of <strong>5 exercises<\/strong> to perform for <strong>40 seconds<\/strong> with <strong>20 seconds rest<\/strong>. <strong>2 sets of each exercise<\/strong> in a total of <strong>2 rounds<\/strong>, which should take you around <strong>20 minutes to complete<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shoulder tap and leg lift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shoulder stability with kettlebell<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shoulder stability on medicine ball<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jackknives with medicine ball<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plank on Swiss ball<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ready to target your shoulders and abs? Let&#8217;s go! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/memberships\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/evo-at-standard-sales-campaign-blog-en.png\" alt=\"evo at standard sales campaign blog en\" class=\"wp-image-56816\" style=\"width:1024px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/evo-at-standard-sales-campaign-blog-en.png 1024w, https:\/\/evofitness.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/evo-at-standard-sales-campaign-blog-en-960x422.png 960w, https:\/\/evofitness.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/evo-at-standard-sales-campaign-blog-en-768x338.png 768w, https:\/\/evofitness.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/evo-at-standard-sales-campaign-blog-en-480x211.png 480w, https:\/\/evofitness.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/evo-at-standard-sales-campaign-blog-en-640x281.png 640w, https:\/\/evofitness.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/evo-at-standard-sales-campaign-blog-en-720x316.png 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WORKOUT SETUP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5 exercises&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>40 seconds on, 20 seconds off&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 sets of each exercise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No rest between rounds&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20 minutes&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equipment: Kettlebell, medicine ball, step &amp; Swiss ball&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WORKING OUT FROM HOME? NO PROBLEM.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have the equipment originally needed for this workout, you can substitute it with these everyday items or use these alternative exercises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alternative equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kettlebell&nbsp;= bag with some weights, such as books, cans of food&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swiss ball and medicine ball&nbsp;= a couch or a chair with a pillow for support &#8211; bear in mind that it will never be as unstable as the real one<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step = a couch or pillows on the floor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WORKOUT EXERCISE LIST<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2 rounds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 &#8211; SHOULDER TAP AND LEG LIFT <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>40 sec on, 20 sec off <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2 sets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lower down to a high plank position, hands directly below your shoulders.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage your core and bring your right hand to touch your left shoulder, ensuring your body doesn&#8217;t swing. Keep it there for 3-4 seconds before returning to the starting position.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now do the same with the other hand, touching the opposite shoulder.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keeping your body in a straight line and your core engaged, lift your right leg off the floor, holding it for 3-4 seconds.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat with your left leg.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat the movements for 40 seconds.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Johannes\u2019s tip: make this exercise easier by holding it for less than 3-4 seconds.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 &#8211; SHOULDER STABILITY WITH KETTLEBELL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>40 sec on, 20 sec off <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2 sets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pick a suitably weighted kettlebell and descend into a half-kneeling position with your right knee on the floor. Your kettlebell should be on your right hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your left foot is in line with the left knee.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a deep breath, engage the core and press the kettlebell with two different movements.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firstly, perform a bicep curl, bringing the kettlebell close to your chest. Secondly, press it overhead.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat both movements downwards: bring the kettlebell slowly and pause it, keeping it close to your shoulder, and then fully down, with your arm fully stretched.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat with your right arm for 40 seconds in the first set. After resting for 20 seconds, repeat on the left side.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 &#8211; SHOULDER STABILITY ON MEDICINE BALL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>40 sec on, 20 sec off <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2 sets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start in a high plank position with your left hand on the medicine ball.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your right arm from the ground and bring it further than the medicine ball.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your core engaged and maintain your position for 40 seconds.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat the same steps on the second set, but with the other hand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Johannes\u2019s tip: you can make this movement easier by changing the arm on the medicine ball during the 40 seconds \u2014 but don\u2019t forget to perform the 2 full sets.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 &#8211; JACKKNIVES WITH MEDICINE BALL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>40 sec on, 20 sec off <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2 sets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sit on a step holding a medicine ball with your right hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lifting your feet off the ground, engage the core and stretch your arms, holding the ball in one hand. This is your starting position.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your knees, bringing them towards your chest.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With your body in a V-shape position, pass the ball behind your thighs to your left hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extend your legs and get back to your starting position.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat for 40 seconds.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 &#8211; PLANK ON SWISS BALL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>40 sec on, 20 sec off <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2 sets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start by performing a plank over a medicine ball.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure your feet are shoulder-width apart, your core engaged, and neutral spine during the exercise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With your elbows push the ball slightly forward and then backwards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat these movements for 40 seconds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A great shoulders and core workout in just 20 minutes. Find more workouts in the list below: <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/40-min-functional-fullbody-workout\/\">40-min functional full-body workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/20-min-functional-partner-workout\/\">20-min functional partner workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/12-min-kettlebell-tabata-workout\/\">12-min kettlebell Tabata workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/20-min-fullbody-functional-workout\/\">20-min full-body functional workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/20-min-metabolic-strength-workout\/\">20-min metabolic strength workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/20-min-upper-body-strength-workout\/\">20-min upper body strength workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.at\/en\/9-min-cardio-amrap-workout\/\">9-min cardio&nbsp;AMRAP 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