Meet Your Body
Join physical therapist, Pilates Teacher, mom of two, and coffee lover Jessica Valant as she brings her signature combination of hope, science based research and a little fun to the world of movement and women’s health. The Meet Your Body Podcast will address the fear, confusion and loneliness that can oftentimes be associated with our bodies. We will use education, uplifting stories, actionable strategies and compassion to address things like endometriosis, hysterectomy, prolapse, infertility, the aging process, exercise, how to advocate for yourself and more. Join us as Jessica shares her own journey with these issues and ultimately provides a guide for finding strength and joy in your own body.
Meet Your Body
Ep. 32 - Getting the Most From Your Abs and Core!
The abs and the core are talked about a lot in the fitness and health care industries. But what are those two body parts? Why are they important? And how can you work those areas when crunches just don't feel good?
In today's episode Jessica will answer all these questions and more! She'll discuss everything the health and wellness marketers have gotten wrong about the abs and the core, including how your abs and core are actually completely different things. She'll then address the misunderstandings around these areas and the nine different ways you can work your core without doing a single crunch!
Today's episode will enlighten you and leave you with practical ways to work your core in a safe, supportive and encouraging way.
Gentle Core Workout:
https://youtu.be/QBqlh_wzFP0
10 Minute Advanced Abs:
https://youtu.be/C7kXuOj8jik
Full Body Workout With Weights:
https://youtu.be/lqBDoMim5nI
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Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition.