Improve your core stability and strength by implementing these movement patterns into your training routine.
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Posterior core exercises are important because they prevent excessive flexion (rounding) of the lumbar spine.
Movements likeglute bridges, bird dog, back extensions, and evendeadlifts(yes, deadlifts!)
will improve your posterior core strength.
These exercises teach your body to resist excessive rotation of the lumbar spine.
Incorporating exercises like low-to-high wood chops and windshield wipers are examples of rotational stability exercises.
Finally, you want to check that you work your lateral core.
These movements teach your body to prevent excessive lateral flexion and tipping over.
Want more core goodness?
Check out this six-minute core stability workout:
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