Core Strength Test

Here is a simple test to determine your core strength:

1. Sit on the floor or on the CardioGolf® Slope with your legs crossed.  Make sure the space is clear around you, free of furniture.
2. Reach your arms up in the air.
3. As you hold your arms up in the air, stand up from the cross legged position, trying not to use your hands, knees, forearms or sides of your legs.

Were you able to do it?  Can you stand up easily without using your hands and arms or holding on to something?

If you can, congratulations, especially if you are over 40! You are among an elite group of people that has suffienent flexibility, balance, motor coordination and ample core strength.

In a recent study, doctors found that people who scored low on this test had higher incidents of mortality than people who were able to do the test.  People who can do this test easily will live longer than those who can’t, according to a new study.

If you had a hard time with this test, then you should consider incorporating core strengthening exercises into your daily routine to not only help improve the efficiency of your golf swing, but to help you flatten your belly to look and move better and to live longer.