The Importance of Core Stabilization Exercises

A strong core makes for a strong everything else. Your core supports everyday movements as well as sports performance. Get to the core of the matter with core stabilization and training with Edge:

• Physical therapy program that target the core, including Redcord suspension exercise system and athletic training
• Physical Therapy Pilates
• Customized programs for athletes, seniors and anyone looking to reduce back pain and increase core strength

Core stabilization helps keep the muscles of your trunk effectively supporting your spine and body. This creates balance when you move through your day-to-day activities. Core stability benefits everyone. Exercises used to build up your core muscles can be implemented into every conditioning program, along with flexibility, strength and aerobic training.

When your core muscles are strong, the benefits are limitless:

• Your posture is better.
• Your body is balanced.
• Your movement is more efficient and powerful.
• You are less likely to be injured.

Why is this important?

The spine consists of numerous bones stacked upon one another, with small cushions in between each one. When your muscles are strong, they work properly, providing a solid foundation for movement and impact absorption.

Core strengthening will help you learn to use the inner muscles before you move, and will decrease the load your back muscles are taking on by assisting in stabilizing the spine. The main focuses when targeting your core muscles are: promoting better stability, breathing and proper coordination of movements.

From building more confidence by gaining strength and good balance, to experiencing the strong, healthy feeling that comes from good posture, the benefits are indeed limitless.

Exercises used to build up your core muscles can be implemented into every conditioning program, along with flexibility, strength, and aerobic training.

Physical Therapy 

At Edge, we promote a science and research based approach to physical therapy in order to improve your body’s natural ability to heal, assist in improving your strength, and restore your movement, endurance, and function. We provide insight to your injury, teach you about the healing process, and assist you in reducing the need for pain medication.