In this episode of Three Questions, I break down one of the most debated topics in movement right now: core activation, bracing, and breathing.  Instead of choosing sides, I walk you through how to think critically about the studies, question your own cues, and focus on what actually matters: your client’s outcome.

We’ll explore why defining your intention matters more than the cue itself, how sensory input might be more powerful than motor inputs, and why what works in the studio doesn’t always transfer to real life. Because at the end of the day, it’s not about being “right…” It’s about being effective.

In This Episode You’ll Hear:
• Why “cueing the core” might be solving the wrong problem
• How sensory input (not just muscle cues) drives better movement outcomes
• Why research should guide your thinking, not replace it

So before you cue the core one more time, take a second to ask yourself what you actually mean and what you’re hoping it’s going to do.

Links & Resources For This Episode:
Episode 54 - Assessments That Support, Not Stress — Three Guiding Questions
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