Fitness
& Nutrition
The
core refers to the inner abdominal and back muscles responsible for
stabilizing the spine. Core strength is amount of force that can be
exerted by the core muscles described above. Core stability is the ability
of these muscles to support the body in all motor patterns. The core
muscles of the deep abdominal and lumbar spinal region work together like
a corset around the spine. A high level of core strength and core
stability enables players to more efficiently control their upper
and lower body muscles.
Exercising
on the stability ball helps to develop and strengthen the core muscles in
order to better control body movement.
In addition
to following a well-planned and organised physical fitness program, it is
widely recognised that nutrition is vital to successful training and
performance.
An
athlete's (for that's what you are) diet should provide the energy
required during exercise, and the necessary nutrients for tissue growth
and repair and those needed to keep the human body functioning at its
optimal level. There are six nutrient groups that form the basis of a
well-balanced diet. Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins, Vitamins, Minerals and
Water.
