Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs Core Exercises ?
Core stability has normally been associated with the lower back ( Lumbar Spine ) and the Abdominal Area ( Rectus Abdominus ), but what has only just been realised in the UK is that core stability should also include the other ares of the human anatomy, including the hip joint, which isscientifically referred to as the acetabulofemoral joint, this is the joint between the femur and acetabulum of the pelvis and its primary function is to support the weight of the body in both static ( standing upright ) and dynamic (e.g. running or walking) postures. Because of this core exercises are very important for professional athletes and for generally trained athletes to.
Also the knee joint which joins the thigh with the leg and consists of 2 articulations, 1 between the tibia and femur, and 1 between the femur and patella. The knee joint is the most complicated and largest joint in the human body. It is also a mobile trocho-ginglymus, which means a pivotal hinge joint which permits flexion and extension as well as a slight medial and lateral rotation. The knee in humans supports nearly the whole weight of the body, it is the joint most vulnerable to both acute injury and the development of osteoarthritis. Core stability training for the knee joint is very important for any athlete or competitive sportsmen because of the stress and strain from constant impact, twists and turns etc.
And last and but not least the ankle joint is formed where the leg and the foot meet. The talocrural joint ( ankle ), is a synovial hinge joint that connects the distal ends of the tibia and fibula in the lower limb with the proximal end of the talus bone in the foot. The articulation between the talus and the tibia bears more weight than between the talus and the smaller fibula. Again because of the constant twists, turns and impact on the ankle area during many sports, core training is vital for a strong and health ankle joint reducing the chance or severity of injury.
For any advice or personal training on core training contact Spencer on 01603 763870 or email heroesmuscle@btconnect.com