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Strengthening the Body Core:
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Most of us enjoy "vacation" exercise- what we do for fun like bike
riding, swimming, scuba-diving, climbing, tennis, golf. These activities are great
exercise but we normally don't think of them as exercise, just fun!. People are
beginning to realize the importance of exercise even if it isn't fun. Running or
attending a gym regularly are becoming a part of daily living. Good for us!
While our limbs provide mobility, reach and strength it is our body core that
provides the basis of each movement. Sedentary lives can cause body core muscles
to weaken and become subject to strain or injury. Even working out or
participating in sports may not be working the body core muscles you rely on
to perform everyday activities--simple things like getting out of bed each
morning.
Your body core is the midsection of the body, from groin to shoulders.
The core includes the pelvis, abs, back and chest muscles. This core maintains
stability, balance and flexibility. Every movement you make originates in the core
- whether you are reaching for your toothbrush or running a marathon. If the core
is not properly conditioned your physical abilities will be diminished. Working the
muscles in your body core will improve the effectiveness of movements in your
limbs. Most exercise routines focus on building muscle. By creating a stable,
strong base for those muscles you can optimize the strength and flexibility of
each limb.
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There are many exercise routines and products that work body core muscles. Professional trainers create customized routines to enhance an
athlete's abilities by developing the proper core muscles. Many programs exist now
for individuals who wish to incorporate these routines into a fitness regimen. The
exercises and products developed to strengthen the body core create resistance or
instability so that the core muscles must respond to maintain balance. The
exercises are gentle on the body but are intense and beginners will quickly 'feel'
the muscles being used. Proper alignment is key so having a trainer check your
position helps to identify the safest and most effective way to perform an
exercise. Body core exercises often imitate moves that we employ in daily life or
sports and thus train the body to rely on the core and reduce the strain we put on
our limbs. Two popular forms of exercise that develop core body strength are
Pilates and the Swiss ball.
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Pilates uses the body as its own form of resistance.
Learning to breath properly and perform slow, controlled movements allows a person
to isolate and strengthen core muscles.
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The Swiss ball (also known as a Fitness ball) is an easy and fun way to
strengthen the body core. While there are many exercises that can be performed
with the Swiss ball, simply sitting on it will create the instability needed to
engage the core muscles to maintain balance.
Whatever your goals, find a way to incorporate body core conditioning into your
routine to reduce fatigue, avoid muscle strain and improve your strength and
mobility.
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