Barbell squat - one of the key exercises for building core strength

Core muscles:

It consists of the rectus abdominis, transversus abdominis, back muscles, obliques, lower back muscles, erector spinae, pelvic floor muscles and cross pelvis, as well as the muscles around the hip joint, gluteal muscles, hip rotators, and hamstrings It also belongs to the core muscle group of the human body.

The main functions of core strength training:

1) Stabilize the spine and pelvis;

2) Improve body control and balance;

3) Improve energy output from the core to the limbs and other muscle groups during exercise;

4) Improve the efficiency of coordination between upper and lower limbs and movements;

5) Preventing injuries in sports;

6) Reduce energy consumption;

7) Increase the body’s direction change and displacement speed.

Barbell Squat