It Supports Better Posture
Your core isn't just your "six-pack" ab muscles at the front of your body, says Pachnos — it actually wraps around your entire torso, including muscles in your sides and back. So when all of your core muscles are stronger, particularly your inner core muscles that attach to your spine, it helps you better keep yourself upright with good posture .
A strong core can help you prevent some of the irksome neck and back pain that comes from hunching over your laptop all day.Sitting at a desk for long periods of time can negatively impact your core strength regardless of your activity outside of work
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