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“Get On The
Ball!”
What is Core
Stabilization?
Core stabilization dates back to 50 years ago, and was introduced
in the U.S. during the 1960s to treat neurological disorders and
spinal injuries. Today, core stabilization is developed by using
stability balls and balance boards.
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Who
Can Benefit from Core Stabilization?
Everyone, from beginner exercisers to professional athletes can
benefit from core stabilization techniques. Stability balls are
versatile conditioning tools and can be used in many different
situations, from rehabilitation to performance enhancement.
Why Train
With a Stability Ball?
Training with a stability ball will improve posture, balance,
agility, strength, and power.
- Improve posture by
strengthening the abdominals, back, buttocks, and torso
muscles. These muscles are referred to as the stabilizer
muscles.
- Improve balance and agility by
challenging your nervous system. By adding exercises while
keeping your body on the ball, and stopping it from rolling,
you will recruit more stabilizer muscles.
- By developing strength in all
planes of movement, the risk of injury will decrease. For
example, with golf, back injuries are the most common because
of underdeveloped trunk muscles. Golfers need strong
abdominals and back muscles to ensure proper rotation and
power. To properly train these stabilizer muscles, get on the
ball! Regular sit-ups and crunches will not train these
muscles effectively.
- Challenge your nervous system
by expanding your motor vocabulary and improve motor skills
such as coordination.
All populations and age groups
can benefit from these techniques. In addition to your standard
exercise program of cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility,
core stabilization should be a part of your exercise regime.
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