Learning to stand on your hands takes dedication, courage, and strength. There’s no way around it. But that’s a good thing. Many of us started yoga for reasons other than handstands. But as we ... Continue Reading
3 Basic Drills to Improve Your Strength and Movement
Many people are deficient at two fundamental skills essential to being a human - basic movement and breathing. This sounds hard to believe, but I assure you, it is true. You may be suffering from ... Continue Reading
How Are We Still Getting It Wrong: Abdominal Hollowing vs. Bracing
If you’ve ever suffered a back injury, gone to a Pilates class, or worked with a fitness coach who tried to help you activate your core, then you’ve heard it already. The infamous “draw your belly button ... Continue Reading
To Clench or Not to Clench (Your Butt), That Is the Question
People are frequently given the cue to intentionally and constantly contract their butts to find better core support or stability.1 That said, let’s first talk about stability and support as it pertains to ... Continue Reading
To Stabilize or Not to Stabilize?
In a recent article here on Breaking Muscle I reviewed some evidence suggesting the muscles of the core weren’t actually worked best by exercises targeting the core. In the study, exercises like the ... Continue Reading
At the Core of It: Creating Strength and Tension in the Body
Right from the start of physical culture a strong midsection has been prized. From the six-pack of Eugen Sandow to books like Enter The Kettlebell saying, “It is no coincidence that since overhead presses ... Continue Reading
