For about 40 years the term “core muscles” has been a part of our culture. But most people think only abs qualify. This is incorrect. Not only do core muscles include the 3 abdominal layers, but they refer to any muscle that attaches to the pelvis. Which includes back muscles, the glutes, the hamstrings, quads, inner and outer thigh muscles, etc. Even though “core muscles” is not an official anatomical term, it is a useful concept which describes the muscles that have the following functions:

1. control our center of gravity

2. connects our lower body to the upper limbs during physical tasks requiring full body motion

3. allow an anchor for leg muscles to perform their function Continue reading →