There’s been a lot of focus in the past few years about core strength and what its importance is. Core exercises train the muscles in your pelvis; lower back, hips and abdomen to work in harmony. This leads to better balance, strength and stability. Your torso is the center of your body’s power, so the stronger you are in this area, the better off you will be.
When we talk about core, we’re referring to the deepest muscles, those closest to the spine. These muscles include the Transversus Abdominis and the Internal Obliques on the anterior side and the Multifidus and Quadratus Lumborum on the posterior side. They stabilize the pelvis, lower back and spine and they provided support to the internal organs by pulling the belly in.
The biggest trend in the fitness industry is focusing on the body as a whole, rather than separate muscle groups. This type of training is found everywhere from Yoga and Pilates to BOSU balls and Wobble Boards.
Any exercise that involves the use of your abdominal and back muscles in coordinated fashion counts as a core exercise. A bridge is a classic core exercise. Lie on your back with your knees bent. Keep your back in a neutral position, not arched and not pressed into the floor. Avoid tilting your hips. Tighten your abdominal muscles. Raise your hips off the floor until your hips are aligned with your knees and shoulders. Hold the position for as long as you can without breaking your form.
Your core muscles are the center of your body’s universe. Learn to treat them well!
When we talk about core, we’re referring to the deepest muscles, those closest to the spine. These muscles include the Transversus Abdominis and the Internal Obliques on the anterior side and the Multifidus and Quadratus Lumborum on the posterior side. They stabilize the pelvis, lower back and spine and they provided support to the internal organs by pulling the belly in.
The biggest trend in the fitness industry is focusing on the body as a whole, rather than separate muscle groups. This type of training is found everywhere from Yoga and Pilates to BOSU balls and Wobble Boards.
Any exercise that involves the use of your abdominal and back muscles in coordinated fashion counts as a core exercise. A bridge is a classic core exercise. Lie on your back with your knees bent. Keep your back in a neutral position, not arched and not pressed into the floor. Avoid tilting your hips. Tighten your abdominal muscles. Raise your hips off the floor until your hips are aligned with your knees and shoulders. Hold the position for as long as you can without breaking your form.
Your core muscles are the center of your body’s universe. Learn to treat them well!
