Training your core is one of the most important things you can do for your body! I'm talking about simply strengthening the muscles in your abdominals and lower back. These are the muscles that provide stability for your entire body. With the amount of sitting we do everyday, so many of us have weak cores and pay dearly for it.
In a relatively short amount of time, you will see significant benefits. A strong core will improve your posture, reduce your probability of injury, alleviate back pain, increase your overall power and functionality, as well as define your mid-section.
A great place to start is to make a conscious effort to "engage" your core muscles while you watch television, read a book or drive to work. Not by sucking in your gut, but by contracting your abdominals by pulling your belly button into your spine. It's also good to do exercises a few times a week that target your abdominals and lower back specifically. Some of my faves include the plank, bicycle, superman and bird dog.
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