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The Truth About Core Training
Manage episode 308258027 series 2994713
The core is a multifaceted and somewhat controversial topic in the yoga, movement, and fitness worlds. In this episode, yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen dive into the topic of the core, busting many myths about this region of the body along the way!
Points of discussion include:
- What is the core?
- What is the function of the core?
- Should the core be trained isometrically (without movement) or dynamically (with movement)?
- Is there a recommended order or progression for training the core?
- Do you need to do direct core training?
- Is core strength important for handstand and other inversions?
- Myths about low back pain and core stability
- The difference between abdominal hollowing and abdominal bracing
- Is it time to retire the “navel to spine” cue?
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Jenni’s email newsletter
Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis
Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni
Strength for Yoga email newsletter
Travis’ article: Do You Need Direct Core Training?
Jenni’s article: A Modern Approach to Core Stability: Is Navel-to-Spine the Best Cue?
Jenni’s YouTube video: What Should We Say Instead of Navel to Spine?
Everything I Thought I Knew About Low Back Pain Was Wrong by Dave Lasnier
The Role of Core Stability in Athletic Function (Kibler et al 2006)
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
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Where each episode devles into unique experience and knowledge about body mind and spirit
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**Become a supporter of the Yoga Meets Movement Science podcast – starting at $3/month!
Chapters
1. The Truth About Core Training (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast (00:25:58)
3. (Cont.) The Truth About Core Training (00:26:43)
4. [Ad] My Fit Tribe (00:38:12)
5. (Cont.) The Truth About Core Training (00:38:59)
50 episodes
Manage episode 308258027 series 2994713
The core is a multifaceted and somewhat controversial topic in the yoga, movement, and fitness worlds. In this episode, yoga teacher Jenni Rawlings and Exercise Science professor Travis Pollen dive into the topic of the core, busting many myths about this region of the body along the way!
Points of discussion include:
- What is the core?
- What is the function of the core?
- Should the core be trained isometrically (without movement) or dynamically (with movement)?
- Is there a recommended order or progression for training the core?
- Do you need to do direct core training?
- Is core strength important for handstand and other inversions?
- Myths about low back pain and core stability
- The difference between abdominal hollowing and abdominal bracing
- Is it time to retire the “navel to spine” cue?
Enjoy this engaging and eye-opening discussion for yoga, movement, and fitness geeks!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Jenni’s email newsletter
Strength for Yoga Remote Group Training – ongoing, interactive monthly strength program for yogis designed by Jenni & Travis
Online yoga class library & yoga anatomy workshops with Jenni
Strength for Yoga email newsletter
Travis’ article: Do You Need Direct Core Training?
Jenni’s article: A Modern Approach to Core Stability: Is Navel-to-Spine the Best Cue?
Jenni’s YouTube video: What Should We Say Instead of Navel to Spine?
Everything I Thought I Knew About Low Back Pain Was Wrong by Dave Lasnier
The Role of Core Stability in Athletic Function (Kibler et al 2006)
To find out more about Travis Pollen: website / Instagram
Music used with generous permission from Dischord A Cappella.
Fit, Healthy & Happy PodcastWelcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify My Fit Tribe
Where each episode devles into unique experience and knowledge about body mind and spirit
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
**Become a supporter of the Yoga Meets Movement Science podcast – starting at $3/month!
Chapters
1. The Truth About Core Training (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast (00:25:58)
3. (Cont.) The Truth About Core Training (00:26:43)
4. [Ad] My Fit Tribe (00:38:12)
5. (Cont.) The Truth About Core Training (00:38:59)
50 episodes
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