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Transversus Abdominis

THE “CORE”

• the deepest layer of our stomach muscles – comprising the “ Transversus abdominis” or “TA” muscles that wraps around the stomach from the ribs down to the pelvis and merges with the deep back “multifidus” muscles via fascia.
• They are deemed our “Posture Muscles”
• They should have a constant, low level, background activity that serves to support us centrally – therefore allowing the limbs to move around a sound base – liken them to the base of a crane – if the base is “anchored” the crane arm can move on all directions freely – if not – the crane will have increased stress and eventually tip over/collapse or break.
• They support our abdominal contents
• They work in conjunction with our pelvic floor muscles and diaphragm to provide good stability.