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5 Strength Exercises You Must Stop Neglecting
As a kinesiologist, this is the ticket to pain-free joints!
There is one area we often neglect when it comes to strength training. I’m talking about the deep core and hip muscles that you can’t see in the mirror. As it’s not super fun or sexy to train in this area, I often see clients overlook it entirely and it costs many of us in the long run.
Muscles like your quadratus lumborum and adductors play a critical role in trunk stability, weight transfer, and overall biomechanics. Sure, they’re not the most thrilling tissues to develop in the gym, but the effects of your hard work here will be far-reaching to virtually every corner of your body.
To help you avoid injuries that plague so many others, I want to cover the five exercises that we all should be doing but love to procrastinate on. These aren’t the most thrilling movements ever, but they’re necessary for optimal wellness. If you can tick off these boxes at least 2–3 times per week, you’ll be far more likely to avoid everyday stiffness and minor setbacks around back and hip health.
If you’re ready to transform your wellness from the inside out, let’s dive in!
