178 | Abs vs Core: What is The Difference?
Welcome to Episode 178 of The Optimal Body Podcast
Abs vs Core: What is The Difference?
Abs vs Core? Is there a difference? DocJen & Dr. Dom dive into the anatomy of what we know as the abs and how that differs from the true core. They provide insight into the transverse abdominal activation, how it may relate to back pain, and where belts for lifting should be considered. Furthermore, they discuss the importance of midline stability, providing cues and descriptions of their 3 favorite ab and core exercises. Let’s dive in!
What You Will Learn PT Pearl:
01:09 – Anatomy of the abdominal region
02:04 – TV activation & core
03:22 – Anatomy of true core & midline stability
06:00 – Belts, the core, and lifting
07:33 – Fundamentals of ab exercises
14:40 – Core exercises
20:40 – Learn with Jen about the core!
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