OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this article is to synthesize the literature on studies that
investigate electromyographic activity of abdominal muscles during abdominal exercises …

Confusion exists regarding what the core musculature is, how it is evaluated, how it is
trained, and how it is applied to functional performance. The core musculature is divided into …

BACKGROUND: A new on-body personal lift augmentation device was developed to
support the back muscles during the repetitive lifting task. METHODS: Nine male subjects …

Context: The interest and popularity of Pilates is increasing worldwide. In addition to being
used in fitness programs, it is being used in some rehabilitation programs. Evidence …

The evaluation of the biomechanics of the abdominal wall is particularly important to
understand the onset of pathological conditions related to weakening and injury of the …

MUSCLE ACTIVATION PATTERNS DURING SUSPENSION TRAINING EXERCISES - PMC
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Study Design Controlled laboratory study. Objectives To determine if changes in transversus
abdominis (TrA) and internal oblique (I0) muscle thickness and side-to-side symmetry differ …

The PLAD (personal lift assistive device) was designed to reduce the lumbar moment during
lifting and bending tasks via elastic elements. This investigation examined the effects of …

Methods: CS was examined via the bent knee lowering test (BKLT)(grades 1‐5). Hip
external rotator (HER) strength was measured singularly (HER L and HER R and combined …

BACKGROUND: Postural core instability is associated with poor dynamic balance and a
high risk of serious falls. Both neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT) and dynamic …