Publisher's Synopsis
A strong core is crucial to injury prevention in most sports and has the added benefit of giving the body a trimmer shape around the waist and torso. An essential part of any complete fitness programme, building core stability could not be simpler with this clear and accessible illustrated guide to strength and balance in the muscles of the trunk. With the anatomical illustrations incorporated into the exercises you cannot help but get the whole-body perspective on your workout, and keep abdominal training in check with the muscles of the back and obliques - a revelation to anyone who takes their exercise seriously. The Anatomy of Core Stability provides the reader with a wealth of information, illustrating the stretches and exercises step-by-step. Also included are sidebars showcasing relative difficulty levels and a quick 'Do It Right' checklist.
