Core Exercises For Seniors- Muscles Affected By Your Core

These are some of the muscles affected by your core:

• Erector Spinae
• External Oblique
• Gluteus Maximus
• Gluteus Medius
• Gluteus Minimus
• Hamstrings
• Hip Flexors
• Hip adductors

So, by strengthening your core you’ll not only improve form and function, but your daily movements will be easier and less straining on you. It’s common to see seniors slip and fall when they’re at home.

Very often, their core muscles are too weak to stabilize their body. So, any slight slip is enough to make them topple over. When you’re younger, your core is stronger, and you can jerk back and compensate to prevent a fall should you accidentally lose your footing on a slippery floor many seniors just don’t have enough strength to do that. So, it’s imperative that every senior make an effort to strengthen their core. The good news is that this is not a difficult process at all.

It will take daily effort, but you will see improvement over time. Try doing online core exercises for seniors right in your home.  We offer many free core workouts on our website vitalityfl.com.

Disclosure:

Consult a physician before you start any exercise program.  This is general information and is not intended to diagnose any medical condition, replace your healthcare professional or substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The use of any information provided in this article is solely at your own risk.