If you want to be fit, don’t ignore your core
3 years, 11 months ago

If you want to be fit, don’t ignore your core

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When I started trekking, over a decade ago I used to think that all I really needed to work on was my lower body strength. If you have strong core muscles, your abdomen, hips pelvis and lower back are always working in harmony, and together, they give you stability and balance. And as you get better with your form, you will see many of the following things disappear: poor posture, lower back pain, and even freak muscle injuries. While there are many great core workout videos out there, the 20-minute workout from Joe Wicks, aka The Body Coach, is one of my favourites. This next set of five exercises from the Calisthenics Family YouTube channel is a great introduction to developing some serious core strength.

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Why you should increase your core strength for a healthy life
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Why you should increase your core strength for a healthy life

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One of the key muscle groups that often get neglected during a workout are the abdominal muscles, what is commonly referred to as the core. This muscle group truly makes up the ‘core’ of the body—they are indispensable for every movement you make through the day, and they have a huge bearing on just how far you can push yourself …

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The best workouts for super strong core muscles

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