Abdominal Training – a Double-Edged Sword?

Posted on 20. Nov, 2009 by Yuri.

Ask any fitness buff about their goals and you are sure to hear them say that they want a 6-pack or a trim waistline. After all, who wouldn’t want stronger and more defined abs? But what most people don’t realize is that traditional abdominal training, which involves lots of crunches, sit ups, and leg lifts, [...]

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The Importance of Core Training

Posted on 02. Sep, 2009 by Yuri.

Core training is important for a number of reasons. Before we get into what they are, it’s should be remembered that the “core” is actually defined as the area between the shoulders and knees. Thus, muscles that cross the shoulder and hip joints make up the core of your body. Most people simply think of [...]

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