Core Stability Guidance Benefits Adults Over 60

Functional core exercises such as bird‑dog, dead‑bug, planks and bridges are recommended for adults over 60 to strengthen deep stabilising muscles, improve posture, balance and everyday movement while avoiding neck and lower‑back strain from traditional sit‑ups.

Medical research links weak core stability to chronic lower‑back pain; a 2023 review in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy and a 2024 Spine Journal study highlight the impact of prolonged sitting on deep core muscles. In India, a consultant and a content writer described persistent back pain from sedentary work, prompting doctors at ISIC Multispeciality Hospital to stress that core strength—covering abdomen, lower back, pelvis, hips and glutes—is essential for long‑term mobility. Experts advise regular body‑weight or resistance‑band routines without heavy weights to maintain spinal support and reduce injury risk.