U14 – Core Stability

What is Core Stability? Core stability: ‘is the ability of your trunk to support the effort & forces from your arms and legs, so that muscles and joints can perform in their safest, strongest and most effective positions’.

Improving Performance? More efficient use of muscle power. Decreased injury risk. Increased ability to change direction. Greater capacity for speed generation Improved Balance & Muscular coordination Improved posture In a nutshell, your body can function more efficiently with less risk

Summary Core stability training increases the stability of the trunk. Such increased stability leads to greater control of forces & more efficient use of muscle power. In a nutshell, your body can function more efficiently with less risk. But Remember Form is Everything.

Key Points (Under 14) U-14 –Form (do not perform the movement too hard, fast or far for your capabilities) –Fundamentals (start slow and simple) –Own Body Weight (good posture and control can best be achieved by using your own body weight)