kevin, seriously, the title of yor thread is Positive Moments In Time. positively the most important thing you can be working on now is your core strength. You are going to feel more positive about yourself, stand up taller, lift more. Your blood will be pumping.
I hope you could have convinced yourself the other day that 25 situps wasnt very much and even if you dont like 'em whatsoever realized it wasnt all that big of a deal and 30 should be a piece of cake.
D12 s in karate? Developing a strong mid-section is important very important very important in reaching her martial art goals. Encourage her by doing them with her. Abs and hip flexor strength!