flexibility. You have got to train movements, not just body parts.
It is impossible to move your limbs efficiently and with force if they are not attached to something solid and stable. You can train the strongest abdominals and low back, but if your shoulders round forward like most computer-jockeys you can still have shoulder problems or poor, inefficient posture. Less than ideal hip stability will tighten the IT (iliotibial) band and strain the lower back and knees when you run. This sets up the conditions for pain and possible injury.
One of the best tests to determine the strength of your core is the simple glute bridge. There are some people who can squat 500 pounds, but cannot maintain a glute bridge for five seconds. Lie face-up with your knees bent at 90 degrees and your heels on the floor,
Burberry Swimwear, toes lifted, arms straight out at about 45 degrees from torso, arms and palms flat on the floor. With the navel drawn in, lift your hips. Only hands, arms, shoulders, head and heels should remain on the floor. If you can't hold a straight line between your knees and shoulders for 30 seconds, your core is not working well. Time to get to the core of things!
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Karen B. Cohen C.L.C. RYT500 is a wellness coach and master yoga instructor,
Moncler Men's Sweater, writer and speaker residing in a college town in rural Virginia. Co-owner and Programming Director of the Lexington Fitness Center during the 1990's, Karen has trained group fitness instructors and taught fitness and dance at the college level. She continues to train and coach select clients and groups. Karen leads people to their own limitless supply of creativity and vitality so they can fully express their talent and abilities in the world. She incorporates her expertise in mind-body techniques to work with a wide spectrum of clients. Karen provides seminars,
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For more information go to KarenCohenYoga.blogspot.com and RockbridgeCoaching.blogspot.com
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