Atlanta Personal Training: How is Your Core

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Monday, March 10, 2008

How is Your Core

Simple Test to Measure Your Core Stability

Are You Strong To The Core

Core training has become a popular word here in Atlanta and the fitness industry around North America. I do not have a problem with the attack on the core because it is so very important to both athletic performance and general health. The problem comes when trainers incorrectly apply core exercises. There is a big difference between 6 pack abs and a strong core. Just because you have a midsection worthy of the cover of a muscle magazine does not mean you have a strong healthy core.

Here are 4 basic exercises you can do to test your core. Plank, can you hold it for 2 minutes? Back extension, again can you hold for 2 minutes. Right and left side planks, we are looking for a 90 second hold.

Without a qualified personal trainer watching you cannot be sure all is well but you will get a good idea of your core strength with these simple tests. If you can not hold for the recommended time I suggest you take a second look at your core training.

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