Core Strength and Stability Training is designed to develop and maintain a solid foundation and base of support for the body. The ‘core’ muscles run the length of the torso and trunk and when they contract they stabilize the spine, pelvis and shoulder girdle. Having a strong foundation then allows us to transfer energy from the center of the body out to the limbs, generating powerful movements of the extremities when needed.


Core Strength Training and Athletic Performance
All powerful movements originate from the center of the body out, and never from the limbs alone. Before any powerful, rapid muscle contractions can occur in the limbs, the spine must be solid and stable. It is the core muscles of the torso and trunk that stabilize the spine from the pelvis to the neck and shoulder. Therefore the more stable the core, the more powerful the movements of the extremities i.e. arms, legs etc.

Training the muscles of the core also corrects postural imbalances that can lead to injuries. One of the biggest benefits of core training is developing functional fitness - that is, fitness that is essential to both daily living and regular activities. Core strengthening exercises are most effective when the torso works as a solid unit and both front and back muscles contract at the same time, multi joint movements are performed and stabilization of the spine is monitored.

Strengthening the Core Reduces Back Pain

Abdominals tend to get all the credit for protecting the back and being the foundation of strength, but they are only a small part of what makes up the core. In fact, it is weak and unbalanced core muscles that are linked to low back pain. Weak core muscles result in a loss of the appropriate lumbar curve and a swayback posture. Stronger, balanced core muscles help maintain appropriate posture and reduce strain on the spine.




Core training has many benefits including:-

** More functional workouts that translate into daily life activities.
** Improved performance in sports.
** Reduction in the risk of injury.
** Better ability to function each day.
** Interesting workouts that challenge you in new and different ways