Core Conditioning – What is it?

“The Core” – The muscles in the abdomen, lower back and pelvis, that lie between the rib cage and the hips this is not just the mirror muscles (six pack).

Those with healthy backs automatically (without thinking) contract their core muscles through most movements. A well trained core stabilises the spine and helps create a firm base of support for virtually all movement.

Think of the body as three links in a chain , Upper, middle(core) and lower (legs) the chain is only as strong as its weakest link in most cases this is the core and as it supports both the upper and lower it is under constant tension (or should be). To be safe and effective, core muscle conditioning requires good alignment and progression from one exercise to the next. These exercises will be adjusted to body type and fitness level. Conditioning your core can improve posture, which, contributes to a trimmer appearance, can boost the effectiveness our workouts, and reduce the risk of injuries that hamper our efforts to stay in shape.

Rob – Mint PT

Call Rob or one of our Mint trainers to arrange a core conditioning programme for you.