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Hi there, Welcome to our February edition Thanks for reading our Second Edition of 2020. We all know what February brings. It is the month we celebrate our love... of yorkshire puddings of course. I hope you enjoy our token to National Yorkshire Pudding Day this month. As always we have gathered some great local events for you to go to through-out February and March. One to note is the Spiritual Evening at Stay & Play, a great evening for family or friends. We owe a big thank you to Branches Tree Surgeons this month who were kind enough to give us an article about Tree's survival of the Winter. There is also an article this month to encourage and hopefully re-invigorate any people still trying to get fit for 2020. There are few areas more important to work on than the core of your body. Strengthen your core and you will make other exercise that bit easier. I mustn't forget my favourite editorial piece this month. The monthly recipe. Just when you thought chicken wings couldn't get any better you
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Why core exercises are important? We know that getting fit is important for a healthy life. Often, we equate fitness with running, cycling, walking or some other form of exercise. But there's one aspect of fitness that is almost always overlooked; our core muscles. What Are Your Core Muscles? Your core muscles form a ring around the middle of your body. Most people think of the six pack muscles in the abdomen, but the core includes a range of muscles in your sides and back as well. When Do I Use My Core Muscles? Practically every movement you make and every position you put your body into involves your core muscles. They are really important. Bending over to pick something up, twisting to look behind you and sitting up in bed are more obvious moments your core is activated. What Are the Benefits of Core Strength? Building a strong core provides a firm and flexible support for every activity your body performs. The stability provided gives you better balance and better posture which in turn helps prevent falls and injuries in your day-to-day life. The support from your core muscles takes the strain away from your skeleton and helps hold it in place alleviating some forms of back pain, stiffness and soreness when you move your body. How Can I Build My Core Strength? One of the best things about core strength is that you don't need a gym or expensive equipment to improve it. There are lots of exercises you can do at home. Make sure you seek medical advice before attempting any new exercise regime. Most people think of sit ups as the prime core exercise. I advise people not to do sit ups as they are not particularly effective and the continual flexing of the base of your spine can lead to lower back injuries. My top tips are planks, leg raises and mountain climbers. If you're not sure what these are have a chat with your local personal trainer or gym instructor, or search on YouTube for easy-to-follow tutorials. Take your core strength seriously and it will improve every aspect of your fitness as well as provide the central support essential for your body.
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