One of the reasons why I love core fusion so much is because of the emphasis on core strength.  Many of my first time guests have never worked their core, and have never learned the importance of having a strong core. The core is your power house.  A strong core allows your body to withstand demanding physical challenges, in the gym, and out of the gym.

Your main core muscles essentially consist of the abdominals, obliques, lower back, and glutes.  People fail to realize the increased fitness potentials that can be obtained through the strengthening of these muscles. The countless and unnecessary injuries that people face day to day can be attributed to both poor balance and a lack of functional strength. At Core Fusion, class participants are introduced to new exercise techniques that really challenge these muscles. Some of my favorite core exercises are plank, side plank, abdominal curl, V-ups, superman (varying arm and leg positions), gluteal bridge, sphinx/cobra pose, bridge, and child’s pose.

Through my experience and observation of class participants at Exhale, the core soon begins to exude a more efficient working relationship with other distal muscles throughout the upper and lower extremities. This increased cohesiveness allows the body to exhibit a more balanced equilibrium with greater stability.  The significance of a well-conditioned core helps to alleviate stress of the lower back and improve ones posture, as it supports the pelvis and upper torso. Injuries in the  lower back most often are because of a weakness in the musculature. By working the abdominals and lower back muscles you will prevent unwanted injuries from occurring.  Almost all physical activity that you do involves using the core so having a strong core will make everything you do easier and more efficient. Start incorporating core exercises into your workout routine 3 times a week and you will not only feel the difference in your strength and flexibility, but you will have a stronger more toned physique.

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Do you want to instantly look taller, slimmer and more confident in seconds? Stand up straight. Posture has a major impact on how you project yourself, not only in physical appearance but the health benefits as well. When you slouch  forward with bad posture you’re subjecting yourself to a plethora of potential injuries, as well as a portrayal of lacking self-confidence and self-esteem.  Using good posture will help you feel better about yourself, and improve how other people view you.

Another benefit is increasing your airflow. When you stand up straight it allows the chest to open up and circulate more air through the body.  By increasing the airflow, you’ll find your energy level enhanced with less muscles fatigue.

So how do you get good posture? Know the correct anatomical alignment for your body.

1. When viewed from the front shoulders and hips should be level.
2. Viewed from the back, the spine should be vertical.
3. Ears should be directly over the shoulders, the shoulders over the hips, hips over the knees, and knees are over the ankles.

The next time you go to the gym or look in the mirror, check your posture.  Is there anything that you can correct and work on?  The more you become aware of your body’s alignment, the easier it will be to maintain your correct position.  Be more conscious of your posture in your daily activities and over time, you’ll see and feel a difference while reversing the impending effect that gravity can have on your body.

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