If you've ever done Pilates, you've probably heard the instructor telling you to engage your core, but what does that really mean?
The core refers to the muscles located in and around your midsection that help to stabilize the spine and body. It's often confused with the abdominal muscles, but the abs are only one part of this muscle group. The core also includes the obliques, pelvis, lower back and hip flexors (if you'd like to see a complete list, read our explanation of what are the core muscles).
