Article written by Paula for PRiME WOMEN

The idea of relaxing and breathing before engaging the core may seem counter-intuitive. After all, we think of doing core work as exerting maximum effort, feeling a burn, and sweating. We often tense up and get ready to attack our core like a gladiator, convinced our six-pack will reveal itself with such efforts. However, the reality is a strong core, a really strong core cannot be achieved unless there is correct breathing, and correct breathing cannot be achieved unless we are relaxed.