Fitness: Increasing core stability
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Fitness: Increasing core stability
Introduction
Every time we move, we depend on some muscles to hold us steady, and other muscles to actually move us. Core stabilization is the general term for how the muscles of your trunk keep your spine and body stable. This helps you stay balanced when you move. If your core muscles are strong and they contract when they should:
- Your posture is better.
- Your body is balanced.
- Your movement is more efficient and powerful.
- You may be less likely to be injured.
Core stability benefits everyone, from older people to top professional athletes. Exercises for core stabilization can be part of every conditioning program, along with flexibility, strength, and aerobic training.
What is core stabilization?
Why is core stabilization important?
How can I increase my core strength and stability?
Where can I learn more about core strengthening and stability?
Core stabilization may be helpful for health conditions such as those discussed in these topics:
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Last Updated:
March 6, 2009- Author:
- Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH
- Medical Review:
- William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Mary "Ginny" Virginia Keely, PT, MS, OCS, FAAOMPT - Physical Therapy
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