Say thanks to Los Angeles fitness expert Martin Van Der Hoeven, aka “Mav”, for inventing the four-in-one new fitness machine: The Core 46!
His idea for this machine comes from the medical and health issues people so often have in the lower-back area, and the absence of a standard solution.
As a research scientist and former triathlete, he gathered a team of lower back doctors and professional athletic trainers to work on this new piece of fitness equipment.
Martin says that the advent of fitness inspiration on social media, where images tend to show overly defined six packs, seems to have contributed to the misconception that the core consists solely of the abdominal muscles, when in actual fact there are 46 in all, working in tandem across the back, shoulders, neck and hips.
So, as well as being a medical solution for back issues, it is also a perfect way to exercise at home, for only four minutes a day, to strengthen your whole core.
This portable machine is very easy to use with the CoreXT46 app. You just have to attach your phone on top of it and follow the instructions the e-coach gives you.
The machine is made of two resistance blocks: the upper one on the shoulders and the lower one on the abs. The purpose of the exercise is to push with your shoulders and pull with your arms at the same time.
You can use the machine in four different positions according to your fitness level: seated, standing, lunge or ab sit-up crunch.
After my first four-minute session at the recent Australian launch for the Core 46 in Sydney, I can already feel that all my upper body is working. Being stronger in your upper body will significantly increase your performance and ability in all sports such as yoga, Pilates, running, and even just walking.
This Core 46 machine is equivalent to four different machines at the gym – worth a few thousands dollars each – and has the advantage of being very comfortable, lightweight and portable.
The Core46 is available to buy online for $399. Read more on core46.com.
