physical therapy

If you search the internet for “core training” you get tons of articles on workouts that will give you six pack abs and a chiseled middle but what many of the articles fail to address is that there is a difference between core training and core strengthening. The definition of training is: a process by which […]

Core conditioning takes place after both core training and strengthening are acquired. Core conditioning is when the fun really begins and the skills acquired during training and strengthening are put to use. Exercises that challenge the integrity and dynamic nature of the core muscles come into play at this stage. Dissociation (moving only the necessary […]

Core strengthening is the second essential component to developing a balanced accessible core. Often times core strengthening begins prematurely. As mentioned in the “Core Training” blog the two terms are not the same. Ideally core strengthening can start after: All barriers that inhibit the desired movement are addressed. All deep and superficial muscles systems are […]

For those that have been injured and have been released from physical therapy, the chances of re-injury can be greater. Post rehab fitness is more effective if a person trains in a controlled environment for functional/practical use before trying to jump right back to sport. Here are a few tips to consider: Know why and how […]