BRIDGE This versatile exercise targets stabilizing muscles in the posterior chain—back, glutes, and hamstrings. With proper cueing, Bridge can also be a core bracing exercise that targets all the muscles that wrap around the mid-section.
core exercises for athletes
Super Hero and Half Airplane (B)
Exercises, CoreSUPER HERO and HALF-AIRPLANE (from hands and knees or stability ball) I endorse Super Hero and Half-Airplane (from hands and knees or from a stability ball) as exercises to improve strength and endurance in the muscles that connect to and support the spine.
Supine Core Bracing (B)
Exercises, CoreSUPINE CORE BRACING This is the practice of activating muscles surrounding the trunk in order to protect the spine, safely transfer power between upper and lower body, and stand ground against contact.



