Abs vs Core? Is there a difference? DocJen & Dr. Dom dive into the anatomy of what we know as the abs and how that differs from the true core. They provide insight into the transverse abdominal activation, how it may relate to back pain, and where belts for lifting should be considered. Furthermore, they discuss the importance of midline stability, providing cues and descriptions of their 3 favorite ab and core exercises. Let’s dive in!

What You Will Learn In This PT Pearl:

01:09 - Anatomy of the abdominal region

02:04 - TV activation & core

03:22 - Anatomy of true core & midline stability

06:00 - Belts, the core, and lifting

07:33 - Fundamentals of ab exercises

14:40 - Core exercises

20:40 - Learn with Jen about the core!

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