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Exercise Intensity Progressions and Criteria to Prescribe Core Stability Exercises in Young Physically Active Men: A
Juan R Heredia-Elvar1, Casto Juan-Recio1, Amaya Prat-Luri1
1Department of Sport Sciences, Sports Research Center, Miguel Hernández University of Elche, Alicante, Spain; and.
This study used smartphone accelerometers to objectively measure core stability (CS) exercise intensity in young men. Results indicate progressions can be individualized based on lumbopelvic postural control for optimal training.
Area of Science:
- Exercise Physiology
- Biomechanics
- Sports Science
Background:
- Core stability (CS) exercise prescription often relies on subjective criteria.
- Objective measures are needed to establish reliable intensity progressions for CS exercises.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop objective exercise intensity progressions for common CS exercises using smartphone accelerometry.
- To analyze the influence of lumbopelvic postural control on CS exercise intensity.
Main Methods:
- Fifty-seven physically active young men performed isometric CS exercises (bridges, bird-dog) with a smartphone accelerometer on the pelvis.
- Mean pelvic accelerations were calculated to quantify exercise intensity and lumbopelvic challenge.
Main Results:
- Exercise variations like single-leg support, Swiss ball use, and limb movements significantly increased pelvic accelerations.
- Specific progressions were identified for bridge and bird-dog exercises, with higher intensity linked to greater postural challenge.
Conclusions:
- Smartphone accelerometry provides an objective method for assessing CS exercise intensity.
- Individualizing CS exercise prescription based on lumbopelvic postural control is recommended for effective training.
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