Question 1

please tell me what are some advanced core exercises?

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Two of them: 2 of the best core exercises are "toes to bar", where you hang from a pull up bar and lift your feet to the bar where you hands are holding on to the bar. The second excellent core exercise is front-elevated planks. Think of a normal plank, but instead of your forearms resting on the ground, they are elevated in a suspension device, such as the TRX. You don't have to elevate very high, maybe 10".

Question 2

do core exercises flatten your stomach?

Accepted Answer

Remember: Your eating habits have a stronger effect on your "six pack" then abdominal exercises alone, as the "flatness" comes from have limited superficial body fat.  So while exercises can help some element of tone, weight control has more of an effect.

Question 3

what are the best core strengthening exercises?

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Many to chose from!: The best exercises for your core are the ones that involve the entire torso, not just the abdominal muscles.  Strengthening the back and muscles supporting the pelvis are important.  Specifically, planks, side planks, pushups, back bridges, squats, supermans, lunges, and oblique twists are all helpful.

Question 4

how to get hard rock abs in 4 months? and what are some core strengthening  exercises?

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Core Strengthening: Neutral spine core stability exercises of mcgill are great for you abs without hurting your back.  Can find videos on youtube. Includes front and side planks, bird dog exercises, stirring the pot, and pull ins.

Question 5

which muscles are being used in core exercises?

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Abs...: 'core' muscle group workouts for an orthopedic surgeon who works w/ athletes means working abdominal muscles, muscles along your spine ( erector spinae, multifidus, etc.) , gluteus max( butt muscle), hip flexors, latissmus dorsi( lats).Some therapists include some others as well.For an elite athlete( example : baseball college or pro. Pitcher), 'core' workouts are crucial for proper pitc.Mechanics.

Question 6

what are the best core-strengthening exercises for beginners? for better balance, strength, and preventing injuries.

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Yoga: Yoga is great for core strength and balance.

Question 7

do core exercises burn fat of stomach?

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Selective fat burn: When losing weight or burning fat the body does not selectively burn fat based on what region you're exercising. Just like fat accumulation is based predominantly on genetic predisposition and body type, the same holds true for fat burning. However, muscle strengthening and toning will increase in those areas that are being exercised. The muscle toning will help these areas look better and slimmer.

Question 8

when does one start core exercises after c-section?

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Exercising:  I would say, once you have had your surgery follow up and been cleared by your surgeon.

Question 9

diastasis rectus from pregnancy (10 months p.partum) is it worth spending time on planking and other core exercises?  will they help with core at all?

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Exercise may help: Abdominal and core exercises may help to strenghten the abdominal muscles and as a result may improve diastasis recti. This is not an hernia as there is no defect in the rectus fascia, hence there is no risk of bowel herniation or strangulation. If it persists despite exercises and interferes with your daily activities then you may consider surgical plication of the rectus muscles to each other.

Question 10

what are some isometric core exercises i could do while trying to let a pars fracture heal?

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Core Exercises.: Knees to chest
begin this exercise lying on your back with your knees bent. Take both knees towards your chest as far as possible without pain. Repeat 10 times.

Rotation in lying
begin this exercise lying on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat and holding them together. Gently take both knees from side to side as far as possible without pain. Repeat 10 times.

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