Welcome back! This is my 5th shared post focusing on obesity and movement/exercise. In my last post I spoke about adding "Core Activation", to your regular movement/exercises that you enjoy. I also identified 5 benefits of core activation. In this shared post I am going to be talking about how adding Core Activation to your regular movement patters can actually increase your functional stability and safety. Before I go into that I want to give you my definition of functional stability.
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The Re-Birth of Core Training
By Jason Chiero, CPT, Certified Metabolic Typing Advisor, Survival Operating Systems Manual Therapist Level II, Health Expert
Many years ago "Core Training" was the catch phrase in fitness training. At that time it was rare for me to have a conversation about... Read more »
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Core Activation + Basic Movement Patterns = Safe Exercise
By Jason Chiero, CPT, Certified Metabolic Typing Advisor, Survival Operating Systems Manual Therapist Level II, Health Expert
More and more safety during exercise is becoming an important issue. Since many new exercisers are coming from the Baby Boom generation... Read more »
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Take a Spin! Cycling Class Can Provide Fitness Boost
By Dorian Martin, Health Expert
My friend, Brenda, took advantage of a gym guest pass to join me for a few workouts recently. We decided that we would try the spinning... Read more »
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Listening to Music Can Make Your Workouts Seem Easier
By Dorian Martin, Health Expert
When I was a member of a gym, I often attended a weight-lifting class. The 60-minute class consisted of a series of moves led by an... Read more »
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Finding the Right Exercise Workout and Diet for You
By The HealthGal, Health Expert
Is to find what's fits your goals - your personality - your budget - your schedule. So though I know if you are dealing with obesity it's... Read more »
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'Biggest Loser' Type Workouts May Help Preserve Muscle Mass
The hard-core workouts done by contestants on the TV show 'The Biggest Loser' appears to help preserve their muscle mass, a new study has found.... Read more »
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Apples at the Core of Good Health
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People who exercise to lose weight and avoid diabetes may want to steer clear of vitamins C and A after a workout, experts say. Both vitamins help... Read more »
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