A strong and stable core is much
more than “six pack abs”. The core is the center of gravity and
where all movement begins and it is the vital force that holds you
steady in yoga and in life.
The physical core system consists
of our abdominals, lower back and our pelvis. There as many as 35
different muscle groups connecting into the pelvis from the spine
and hips. All of these muscles work together symbiotically to
create strength and flexibility throughout the center of your body.
Yoga builds strong, balanced abdominal muscles in a healthy,
wholistic way.
Why do we need a strong and
stable core?
• Improves posture and
balance
• Reduces risk of
injury
• Improves performance in sports
and exercise
• Stabilize the body and protects
the spine
• Allows greater ease with
movement
• Helps daily activities to
become easier
• Supports the skeleton and
protects the bones
Core work in yoga is smart body
mechanics. When we maintain body awareness in our yoga poses, we
are training ourselves to be more intuitive about how to tap into
our core power: to cultivate more strength, ease, and joy on and
off the mat.
In this 4-week series we will
look at all aspects of the core. You will learn how to work
intelligently with the whole center of your body, finding the
perfect balance between strength and mobility, for postural
integrity, a healthy spine and relaxed mind. You'll learn about the
muscles that make up the “core”, practice yoga postures with a
focus on stability, learn how to stack the torso over the pelvis
safely and effectively, understand the way the core supports
strength throughout the entire body, and discover connections
between the core and emotional/spiritual well-being.
Taught by E-RYT (experienced
registered yoga teacher) Ellen Dragonette.