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< strong>Core strength training: A variation of the bear crawl

In a previous article we shared a great core strength training exercise: the bear crawl!

The core muscle group is a very important trunk stabilizing muscle group. If the trunk cannot be stabilized, there may be problems with limb activities.

There are many methods of core training: mainly anti-movement training, the purpose is to increase the ability to maintain the stability of the spine without deformation during movements!

The bear crawl is considered to be a natural movement pattern of the human body. It truly presents the so-called core anti-movement stability posture and can be used for warm-up, core training and physical training.

Today I will introduce a variation of the bear crawl: the sideways bear crawl!

Many people tend to overlook the ability to move laterally! And this is a very important element in training and on the sports field!

Same as the basic forward and backward crawling, the natural alignment of the spine needs to be maintained during the movement! (No flexion, hyperextension, lateral flexion, or rotation)

Just changed the direction of movement ! At the same time, there will be some slight changes in technical operations!

How?

The starting position is kneeling on all fours, with the spine in a normal physiological position when viewed from the side, and the arms directly below the shoulders

Move your arm to the left, then move your left leg sideways, then your right hand and right heel Go up!

Remember not to let your body slump during the movement (that is, do not sag or arch your back), and keep your abdominal core muscles tight to stabilize your trunk!