Core training vs. abdominal training- What’s the difference?
“Core training” and “ab training” are often used interchangeably to describe exercises that target the midsection of the body. However, it is a misconception to think that core training is the same thing as abdominal training. In this post, I’ll explain the differences between the two.
Let’s start with an anatomy lesson. The abdomen, better known as the abdominals, is a grouping of three layers of muscles. The front, first layer houses the rectus abdominis (the 6-pack muscle group) and the external obliques.
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The spring sports season is starting this week. Baseball, lacrosse, soccer, softball and tennis athletes are all gearing up for their first games. Hopefully you’ve spent some time preparing your body for this. You don’t want all that off season hard work to go to waste. Over the next 4 weeks we are going to dive into some simple but effective ways to prevent injuries from occurring. This is not just for young athletes… if you are an adult who is getting ready to start up a sport or activity this spring, these tips may be even more beneficial to you as your body may need a wee bit more attention than the 15 year old body!!
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Whatever you may be preparing for – whether it’s a competition, big game, recital, marathon, or anything else along those lines – it’s no secret that the training is extensive. With any athletic feat, you have to train your muscles and tissues to perform in the ways you want them to. Inevitably, this can lead to soreness or pain. While this is a minor setback, it doesn’t change the fact that it temporarily impedes your training process.
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