Fitness Questions - Sprinting Acceleration With
Back and Abs Training
Fitness Question: I have heard your back muscles determine how fast. Does
your acceleration also come from your abs?
Fitness Answer: The
"core" refers to the abdominal muscles and the lower back. An athlete's
core can be compared to the hub of a wheel in that it holds everything together.
The core is also considered to be the launching pad for any and all explosive
movements because it helps coordinate the motions of the upper and lower body.
Thus, a strong core plays a vital role in sprinting where the entire body must
move explosively and in perfect sync.
Fitness Question:
Fitness Answer:
The
"core" refers to the abdominal muscles and the lower back. An athlete's
core can be compared to the hub of a wheel in that it holds everything together.
The core is also considered to be the launching pad for any and all explosive
movements because it helps coordinate the motions of the upper and lower body.
Thus, a strong core plays a vital role in sprinting where the entire body must
move explosively and in perfect sync.
