The core, which includes the abs, lower back and oblique muscles, is the start of all body movements, and a strong core makes all those movements easier. For a triathlete, a strong core is the most important training goal. The core can be singled out in training techniques and should be a focal point of any program.
If you are a triathlete, your core should occupy a central portion of your training regimen. Triathlon specific core exercises strengthen your body's alignment during the swimming, biking and running portions of a race. These e...
The "core" is a collection of muscles in the abdominals and lower back that stabilize the body during athletic movements. Michael Ross, a sports chiropractor and USAT-certified coach, says the core helps support the arms and le...
Athletes are inundated with references to developing their "core" as they strive to reach triathlon goals, but few know what that truly means. It's commonly thought that the abdominals and lower back make up the core. However, ...
