Exercise Equipment

Core Exercise Equipment - Building A Stronger Core Muscle Foundation
Abs, Hips and Back.

Its more than just abdominal exercises. The Core muscle group relates to the muscles bounded by the abdominal wall, the pelvis, the lower back and the diaphragm. What makes them so important is the group"s ability to stabilize the body during movement. This group of muscles is also important because they play a vital role in the movement of the body and transfer muscle energy from the large muscles to smaller the muscles. You cannot perform major body movement without using your core muscle group. You can think of your core muscle group as an indicator of your bodies overall strength indicator. Using core training equipment contributes to better balance, improved core strength and flexibility, and increased stamina for workouts and everyday activities.

Why Are Core Workouts Important?

The primary muscles involved include the transversus abdominis, the internal and external obliques, the quadratus lumborum and the diaphragm. The diaphragm"s connections to the front, back, and sides of the ribcage as well as to the lumbar spine make it a key core muscle integral to stabilization of the torso and providing stability for moving and lifting. If you could view the inside of your body prior to actually moving, you would see that your core muscles actually move milliseconds before the other muscles. This movement speed is why professional athletes spend a lot of time training with core exercise equipment. Their livelihood depends on them being faster, stronger and more flexible than their competition. They realize that they can only be as fast and strong as this group of muscles and core strength training is an important component of their workout routine.

You don"t have to be a professional athlete to benefit from the use of core exercise equipment. In fact a strong core muscle group is essential for everyone. For the non professional athlete having a stronger core muscle group can help us with day to day living. Just think of all the physical activities you do every day at home and at work. Your day is filled with bending, lifting, twisting, carrying and reaching overhead - all of these movements pass through the core muscles. When you get older, the lack of having a strong core really becomes a safety issue. The core muscles help you with everyday activities, which as you age become more and more difficult. Simple things we do as part of our independent living regiment grooming, dressing, sitting in a chair or simply standing still are just a few of the many daily actions that rely on your core. For senior citizens balance and stability does become a safety issue and not taking care of this important muscle group with even the most basic core exercise equipment can increase your risk of falling because these muscles have become weaker and balancing the body more difficult.

Activeforever can help you on your journey of good health - we have an amazing collection of core exercise equipment for all fitness levels, including balance boards, abdominal trainers, sit-up benches, kettlebell weights and more.

Core Exercise Equipment for Fitness Enthusiasts

The most fun piece of core exercise equipment is hands down the Bongo Board which is comparable to a see-saw that the user usually stands on, with the left and right foot at opposite ends of the board. The user"s body must stay balanced and keep the board"s edges from making contact with the ground and to keep from falling off the board. In addition to being a great piece of core exercise equipment the Bongo Board has a variety of uses including abdominal exercises, balance training, athletic training, brain development, therapy, musical training and other kinds of personal development.

The Bongo Board is a balance trainer designed to work your abs and core muscles through the principles of balance training. Fun to use, the Bongo Board enables you to integrate balance training into your daily fitness routine and can help keep those little twists or slips from becoming painful injuries. Just spend a few minutes a day on this piece of exciting core exercise equipment and you will notice a intense impact on your total health, mobility and quality of life. The Bongo Board is the hottest balance training and core fitness device on the market. Skiers, snowboarders, in-line skaters, skateboarders, surfers, gymnasts, football players, golfers and anyone who participates in an active lifestyle will get a fun and challenging core workout from the Bongo Board. Buy your Bongo Board today from ActiveForever.com!

Runner Up For the Fitness enthusiast is the Stamina Ab Hyper Bench Pro - Ok it is not as fun as the Bongo Board but the overall core workout that this fine piece of exercise equipment provides is tremendous! With 4 different positions for crunches and abdominal exercises the extended hand grips for comfortable upper body exercise and an adjustable head and neck support for a customized fit, the Ab Hyper Bench Pro is the perfect home workout tool.

Core Exercise Equipment for the Beginner

Here are two favorite pieces of core exercise equipment for the beginner. Core Stretch - This piece of exercise equipment is easy enough for the beginner, yet with a few twists can become very challenging. Not only does it strengthens your core muscle group, it also stretches them, which is very important when starting a workout routine. The Core Stretch helps keep your back, shoulders, hips, and legs muscles loose & flexible. CoreStretch is an innovative design to achieve better stretch in your legs, shoulders, and back. Proper use elongates the spine rather than forcing your back to curve - stretching your core. CoreStretch allows you to stretch yourself back into shape as it works your ligaments, muscles and tendons in your back, as well as ones in your legs and arms that work in accordance with your back.

The Runner up is not to an actual piece of core exercise equipment rather it"s a core workout DVD. Chair Aerobics for Everyone DVD & Videos is a DVD series is that literally everyone can do. It is a great DVD collection for anyone who is starting a workout routine, and because it is chair-based, it is perfect for both the elderly and those with limited range of movement.

Remember at Activeforever.com our focus is to live an active and independent lifestyle. Improve your daily living with a great selection of core exercise equipment. Purchase today online from Activeforever.com and save!