In "traditional" sit-ups only the rectus and the external oblique working, this combined with the amount of fast repetitions carried out until you notice abdominal work increases vertebral pressure can lead to back pain.
To protect our spine, it is important to work the transverse of the abdomen (it contributes to the stabilization of the spine and assists other muscle groups) and the internal oblique. If we learn to activate these muscles, the work will be much more intense and effective without the need for too many repetitions.
The base Pilates focuses on the whole tone "abdominal belt" (comprising the rectus, external, internal oblique and transversus) in addition to muscle strengthening vertebral elongation, flexibility articular and correct bad posture habits.
The abdominal muscles function as an authentic structure on which the weight of the trunk is articulated. A good abdominal muscles not only acts as a shield for internal organs, it also allows you to maintain a correct body alignment that will increase the performance and effectiveness of exercise and reduce the risk of injury.
These and other recommendations can receive in the Studio & Class, In the Calle Marques de Campo, 60.
