The right way to build muscle

There are a few things in life that give you the adrenaline and feeling of euphoria. Building muscle is one of those things. The sheer intensity, combined with the feeling of knowing that you’re getting ahead is something that is well sought after, as well as being rewarding beyond recognition. A few of my favorite workouts center around one thing: core. Core workouts are not only important in preventing injury, but with the proper technique and diet, you can make that core look vigorous. So what exactly is core training, and how do you maintain core muscle building? 

Training your core is a combination of working out practically all of your midsection. From the front, to the back, and to the sides, there is no muscle safe in the abdominal region while working out your core. All of the muscles in your core section work as stabilizers for the body. In a nutshell, these workouts are simply doing targeted exercises to develop and strengthen the stabilizer muscles we were just talking about. Working out your core can be fun, rewarding and adventurous! Building core muscles is no easy task by any means, but with consistency, dedication, and a desire to improve yourself, you can have those toned abs and balance that you have always wanted.
All you really need to do most core exercises is your dedication, and a mat to sweat on (so you don't tarnish your freshly cleaned floor). The recommended way to get results is to do these exercises we are about to go through is to build more repetitions as your core strength improves. That is how we see results!

The abdominal crunch is going to be the most familiar exercise to help build core strength. This is a pretty basic exercise, as it is pretty much like the standard crunch you used to do in gym class, except in this version you will lie on your back and place your feet on the wall. You will do this as your knees and hips bend to a ninety-degree angle. Every exercise requires your muscles to be tightened, so this is a must. Raise your head and shoulders to the floor, and remember to always avoid straining your neck. If you feel strain, or discomfort, there is a really good chance you are not doing it right. Cross arms to chest, and hold for a three count of deep breaths. Repeat, and push through pain in the abdominal region, this is your muscles tearing, and progress happening.

One of my personal favorite core exercises to do is the modified plank. This is extreme core at its finest, and it doesn't really require a lot of work, just a lot of pushing through. Starting off lying on your stomach, raise yourself up so that you are resting your forearms and your knees. Be sure to always align your head with your back as this can cause discomfort! Create resistance by pressing your elbows and your knees towards one another. Neither should move from their positions. Hold for three deep breaths and repeat! 

These were just a couple of exercises you can do to build strong and sturdy core strength! Diet is just as important as the exercise, so be sure to load up on lots of proteins, healthy fats, (such as avocados, nuts, and peanut butter), and if you are not dieting, carbs. Remember that if you are working out core, you are setting up yourself to work out everything else! 

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