Mentor/s
Professor Stephanie Clines
Participation Type
Poster
Abstract
The core musculature includes muscles of the trunk and pelvis that are responsible for maintaining the stability of the spine and pelvis and are critical for the transfer of energy from the torso to the extremities during physical activity.
When core musculature is weak relative to the strength of the extremities, decreased force production and inefficient movement patterns result.
Most muscle action in running mechanics occurs in the sagittal plane, contributing to the body’s forward propulsion. Motion that is outside of that movement decreases running efficiency. Strengthening the core maintains the body in an upright position and anchors the pelvis in a neutral position. A neutral position of the pelvis allows for a strong base, by eliminating undesired movements of the trunk during running. Therefore, the relationship between core stability and movement pattern efficiency will theoretically influence running performance.
Focused clinical question: Is there evidence to suggest that implementation of a core strengthening program improves athletic performance in high school runners?
College and Major available
Athletic Training
Location
Digital Commons
Start Day/Time
4-24-2020 2:00 PM
End Day/Time
4-24-2020 4:00 PM
Comments
Graduate student poster for exhibition only.
The Effects of a Core Strengthening Program on Improving Running Performance in High School Runners: A Critically Appraised Topic
Digital Commons
The core musculature includes muscles of the trunk and pelvis that are responsible for maintaining the stability of the spine and pelvis and are critical for the transfer of energy from the torso to the extremities during physical activity.
When core musculature is weak relative to the strength of the extremities, decreased force production and inefficient movement patterns result.
Most muscle action in running mechanics occurs in the sagittal plane, contributing to the body’s forward propulsion. Motion that is outside of that movement decreases running efficiency. Strengthening the core maintains the body in an upright position and anchors the pelvis in a neutral position. A neutral position of the pelvis allows for a strong base, by eliminating undesired movements of the trunk during running. Therefore, the relationship between core stability and movement pattern efficiency will theoretically influence running performance.
Focused clinical question: Is there evidence to suggest that implementation of a core strengthening program improves athletic performance in high school runners?
Students' Information
Kimberly Malmborg, Graduate student Athletic Training, 2020.