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"This book examines the function and purpose of the core and explains how to strengthen, control, and improve the synergy of the core muscles. It contains exercises from a variety of disciplines as well as exercise routines that target the glutes and abs to strengthen, engage, and get optimal performance out of these major muscle groups. It teaches how to achieve a strong and supple core, enhance body awareness, and attain lifestyle benefits like reducing risk of injury, aches, and pains and improving balance, mobility, and overall quality of life"-- "Are you ready to show off a strong, supple midsection? Functional Core for Women: Targeted Training for Glutes and Abs helps women of all fitness levels improve strength and bodily aesthetics with an original and effective approach to working and reshaping the core muscles.Written for women by a woman, 2022 IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year Kia Williams sets the stage by breaking down the core's anatomy to show how the abs and glutes work together and which muscles are best targeted for discernible change. She will then help you establish your goals and develop a program that helps you strengthen and engage these major muscle groups.You will learn how to perform more than 50 ab and glute exercises that are proven to improve physique, function, and strength. Derived from a variety of disciplines-including traditional weight training, Pilates, barre, and yoga-the exercises feature step-by-step instructions, variations, equipment options, safety cues, and progressions and regressions. You'll also find 12 sample workouts to quickly get you started, along with the guidance you need to create and customize your own program.If you've struggled with building a stronger core to improve your fitness and enhance your self-confidence, it's time to transform. With Functional Core for Women you can challenge your existing fitness level and change the way your body looks and feels.CE exam available! For certified professionals, a companion continuing education exam can be completed after reading this book. Functional Core for Women Online CE Exam may be purchased separately or as part of the Functional Core for Women With CE Exam package that includes both the book and the exam"--

Abdominal exercises. --- Buttocks exercises. --- Exercise for women. --- HEALTH & FITNESS / Exercise / General --- HEALTH & FITNESS / Women's Health