Abdominal and Lumbo-Pelvic Stability Exercises for First Responders
by Ciara Gonzales, CSCS and Robert Lockie, PhD, TSAC-F
TSAC Report
March 2020
Vol 55, Issue 3
This article will discuss why it is important for first responders to have abdominal and lumbo-pelvic strength in relation to movements and tasks in their specific jobs. A list of possible exercises and implementation are also included.
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This article originally appeared in TSAC Report, the NSCA’s quarterly, online-only publication geared toward the training of tactical athletes, operators, and facilitators. It provides research-based articles, performance drills, and conditioning techniques for operational, tactical athletes. The TSAC Report is only available for NSCA Members. Read more articles from TSAC Report
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