Hi Stephanie!
Congrats on starting the NROL program, it sounds like you are off to a good start! The nice thing about stage #1 is that you repeat the workouts so frequently, that after a couple more times of each, you should be able to do them without the frequent consultation. (I was doing the same thing the first several times, by the way!)
Jackknives are similar to planks, but the ball is an uneven and unstable surface, so it puts that much more demand on your core to maintain position. Then, just when you can do that, you have to pull that ball into your chest! It's a move that takes some practice, but have no doubts that as your strength and balance improve, these will become more manageable.
Keep up the great workouts and nice job with your food!!!
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