Why Pelleres?

According to Professor Jeffrey M. Willardson, PhD, CSCS:

“Core stability training should receive some attention in the training programs of all athletes. The ability to stabilize the core region allows for efficient transfer of force between links in the kinetic chain. Thus, from a scientific perspective, core stability in athletes should be addressed with varying methods, depending on the phase of training and the health status of the athlete.”

Current research emphatically confirms the importance of regular moderate physical activity for public health. Authorities that recognise and support these findings include the World Health Organisation (Position Statement 1995), the US Surgeon General (Position Statement 1996), the Australian Health Ministers Advisory Council (1997) and the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association (2007).

The cornerstone of all athletic movements are the abdominal or core muscles. An athlete can train to increase strength, power, speed, agility, and quickness but if the core muscles are weak, the athlete will not reap the full benefits of this hard work.

The core muscles transfer the power developed in the hips and legs into the arms and vice versa. A strong core will also help to protect the back from potential injuries associated with sport participation.

Not only is overall core strength important, just as valuable is core muscle coordination. Exercises that place the body in an unbalanced position help to develop the strength and coordination needed for the core muscles to function properly.

5 great reasons for Improving core strength

1. Core exercises improve balance and stability. Core exercises train the muscles in your pelvis, lower back, hips and abdomen to work in harmony. Better balance and stability will minimize the risk of fall injuries. Fact; most sports and other physical activities depend on stable core muscles.

2. Core exercises can help tone your abs. Want more defined abdominal muscles? Core exercises are important. Core exercises can strengthen and tone the underlying muscles.

3. Strong core muscles make it easier to do most physical activities. Strong core muscles make it easier to do everything from swinging a golf club to getting a glass from the top shelf or bending down to tie your shoes. Weak core muscles leave you susceptible to poor posture, lower back pain and muscle injuries.

4. You can do core exercises anywhere, anytime. Remember, you don’t have to trek to the gym to do core exercises. Core exercises involve body weight or very light weights, and very simple movement patterns. You don’t need a specialized training environment for core training; most exercises can be done in the lounge room at home.

5. Core exercises can help you reach your fitness goals.

The core is the link between our upper and lower body. Aerobic exercise and muscular fitness are the primary elements of fitness programs and good core strength is the common denominator. A stronger core will allow you to increase your output and opens up a whole level of activity.