Transcript Core Stability

U17 – Core Stability
Introduction
• Strength, speed, flexibility & agility
• Type of sport & position
• GOAL - a balance which will lead to physical control &
optimal performance.
Core Stability
• Training often focuses on obvious, easily visible muscle
groups in the arms & legs.
• Solid foundation
• Training CORE STABILITY develops this foundation.
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?
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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 17)
• U-17
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Increase complexity (slow v fast, static v dynamic)
Variety (PILATES, gym ball, Foam rolls)
Specific sports skills
Increase complexity