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Progressions of core stabilization exercises based on postural control challenge assessment.

Francisco J Vera-Garcia¹, Belen Irles-Vidal¹, Amaya Prat-Luri¹

¹Department of Sport Sciences, Sports Research Centre, Miguel Hernández University of Elche, Avda. de La Universidad s/n., 03202, Elche, Alicante, Spain.

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|February 13, 2020

Summary

This study developed objective parameters for core stabilization exercises (CSEs) progressions. Exercise variations on unstable surfaces or with single-leg support significantly increase postural sway, indicating higher intensity for progressive training.

Keywords:

Core stability Load progression Posturography Training intensity Trunk control

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Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology
Kinesiology and Sports Science

Background:

Core stabilization exercises (CSEs) progression typically relies on subjective criteria.
Objective parameters are needed to standardize CSE intensity and progression.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish exercise progressions for common CSEs based on objective postural control challenges.
To investigate the influence of sex and baseline postural control on CSE progression.

Main Methods:

Seventy-six participants performed variations of front bridge, back bridge, side bridge, and bird-dog exercises.
Force platforms measured the mean velocity of center of pressure displacement to quantify participants' body sway (PBS) as an intensity measure.

Main Results:

Longer bridges, single-leg support, and unstable surfaces (hemisphere ball) increased PBS, indicating higher exercise intensity.
Bird-dog variations on unstable surfaces or with fewer support points yielded higher PBS.
Bridging on a hemisphere ball with single-leg support presented the highest challenge.

Conclusions:

CSE progressions based on sex were similar, but individual trunk control levels necessitate personalized progression.
Objective measures like PBS can guide CSE prescription for physically active individuals.
This research provides a foundation for evidence-based CSE programming.