ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Most people think core training is just doing crunches — but it's so much more than that. In this episode, I sit down with fitness educator and KIPS founder Tyler Valencia to break down what the core actually is, why functional movement matters more than endless ab exercises, and how core strength connects to back pain, longevity, and everyday life. We also do a fun myth-busting true or false round covering six-packs, soreness, spot training, and planks. Whether you're just getting started or you've been at this for years, this one's for you.
Topics covered:
- What the core really is (hint: it's not just your abs)
- Functional vs. isolation training
- Core training and low back pain
- How training changes after 40
- Fitness myth-busting: crunches, planks, soreness & more
Find Tyler:
- Instagram: @_tylervalencia_
- @kipsfitness
- KIPS Podcast: KIPS Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen
- YouTube fitness workouts: https://www.youtube.com/@kipsfitness
- KIPS (fitness education & certifications): https://kipsonline.org/
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