Our core - the muscles in our abs, hips, back, and chest - is the source for all movement in our body. Having a strong core makes us less susceptible to injury, keeps our body properly aligned to avoid nerve dysfunction, and minimizes strain on our muscles and joints. A weak core will force the other structures of the back to work harder to support the body. This is why 80% of Americans experience low back pain - we left core strength in the attic while we got on a plane to spend Christmas in Paris.
These exercises target the core from all angles and will prepare us to heal the world, to make it a better place. For you and for me, for the entire human race.
1. Bird Dog
2. Dead Bug
3. Tabletop Leg Press
4. Glute Bridge
5. Glute Bridge Single-Leg Progression
6. Forearm Plank
7. Side Plank
8. Reverse Lunge
9. Forward Lunge
10. Clamshell
Stabilizing the spine through strengthening the core is critical to being able to function pain-free. When the balance of our muscles is thrown off, the structure of our spine is left rudderless. We need our spine to stay stable as it houses the nerves that control our entire body. When those nerves are interfered with, we get pain and dysfunction.
At Kalani Total Health Center, we specialize in getting to the root cause of the problem and create an individualized strategy for care that will see lasting results.
