[header] How to strengthen your core [title] Engage your transversus abdominis during every workout. [step] In order to get the most out of your core-strengthening regimen, take a moment to find the transversus abdominis (your deepest core muscle). Once you've found it, you'll want to keep that muscle contracted and tight throughout the course of your workout.
[header] How to strengthen your core [title] Engage your transversus abdominis during every workout. [step] In order to get the most out of your core-strengthening regimen, take a moment to find the transversus abdominis (your deepest core muscle). Once you've found it, you'll want to keep that muscle contracted and tight throughout the course of your workout.
[substeps] Force yourself to take a deep cough. You should feel a muscle in your abs contract, which is the transversus abdominis. Try not to tense up or overexert yourself during each workout, however, or your core will not function properly. Do as many kicks, jump ropes, and/or wall pushups as you can during your workout. Also decide if you're experienced enough to incorporate transversus abdominis regularly into your routine. [substeps] Keep your ab muscles tight even after you've had time to devote to the core workout, to avoid injury. [substeps] Your transversus abdominis, like your core, is not working from one side of your body. You're working from the other side of your body.