Benefits of a Strong Core

Taking care of your body is a major part of the image you project and having a strong core is the key. Having a strong core helps you stand tall and exude confidence.

Core strength training focuses on the muscles in the abdomen, hips, and back. It builds coordination between these muscles and trains them to work together. It should be the base of all of your workouts.

The reason core strength is so important is because almost every motion made by your body originates there. According to Harvard Health Publications you should “think of your core muscles as the sturdy central link in a chain connecting your upper and lower body. Whether you’re hitting a tennis ball or mopping the floor, the necessary motions either originate in your core, or move through it.” This publication also states that “no matter where motion starts, it ripples upward and downward to adjoining links of the chain. Thus, weak or inflexible core muscles can impair how well your arms and legs function.” The unity of your core muscles working together balances and stabilizes your body. A strong flexible core underpins almost everything you do.

Here is a quick list of the benefits to a strong core:
-More control

-Improves posture

- More comfort with sitting

- Improves balance and stability

-Increases energy
- Aids in sports development

- Prevent injury

Core training is the foundation of all workouts, however many people aren’t sure how to to develop it. So I have included this great core strengthening exercise video from Power U Health and Fitness. Marvin Dixie demonstrates and explains the proper way to perform each exercise, its benefits, and why it’s important.