You may have heard the term “core” used by athletes and fitness professionals before. Usually, when someone hears the word core they associate it with just abs and crunches. However, core is not only referring to abs. While having a “six-pack” is nice, the benefits go far beyond just aesthetics. What does it mean to strengthen your core? Your core is comprised of all the muscles from your hips to your shoulders. They allow functional movement in all directions, protect the spine, improves performance in training and everyday activities, and improve posture.
Training your core muscles protects your spine by helping keeping you upright. When your core is weak, it causes your spine to hunch forward because of lack of support. Especially those who work at a desk or drive for long periods of time, this can affect your movements and cause discomfort and back pain. If you incorporate core exercises into your workouts, those will help to lengthen your spine.
Training your core also helps in sports performance and daily activities. Not only will it help you become a stronger and more agile athlete in any sport, but it will also make every day activities easier. It will help balance you and protect you from falls and injuries. Many daily activities depend on a strong core such as bending down to tie your shoes or mopping a floor. Without core stability and strength, daily activities are more difficult.
These are just a few examples of the benefits of core strengthening. Here at Fit and Psyched, we understand the importance of core training and incorporate it into both group training and one-on-one personal training. Give us a call at 561-223-1112 if you’re looking for a trainer in Palm Beach county. Whether you want to improve your quality of life or improve in your sports performance, we can design a training program custom to your individual needs. Check out other blogs on our website, as well as progress pictures from our amazing clients!
