Strong abdominal muscles are important. However, our obsession with getting a six pack or washboard abs is a show of superficial strength, rather than proof of deep core muscles.

Abdominal muscles are connected to breath, the diaphragm and the pelvic floor. It is more important to be aware of breath than it is to be able to flex those outer muscles.

I have watched people do gym abs, or pilates and still miss the mark.

If you pay attention to your breath and your spine while you are engaged in anything that requires your core, you can access enormous strength, balance and ease in your movements.

Oftentimes we think crunches or leg lifts or planks are the way to abs. And for sure these movements utilize the core, but the true benefits are really in the awareness you have as you do them.

It is not enough to lift and lower your legs.

Alignment, rest, engagement and breath are everything.

Your body thrives when you let it breath. Posture must allow easy and fluid breath.

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