255. Can’t Feel Your Abs? How to Get Atrophied Core Muscles To Fire Again

Can’t feel your abs firing and engaging when you do core exercises? This week’s question comes from listener Judy: “I can tell that my core is really weak, and I want to strengthen it because I know it’s causing a lot of issues for my back and for my hips. But it feels like whenever I do ab exercises, I just can’t feel those muscles firing. What am I doing wrong?” In this shortie episode, I’m breaking down: What’s actually required for a muscle to “flex” Muscle atrophy and what causes it The BEST way to get your core muscles to properly engage again Strong core, here you come! Do you have a burning question that you need answered? I’d love to help you out for FREE! Just head to www.vigeofit.com/ask and I’ll take care of you on an upcoming Friday episode. More Resources FREE 5-Day Core Tune Up - A free mini-course to dramatically improve your functional core strength Ask Megan your burning question here Follow Megan on Instagram

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Megan Dahlman, certified trainer and nutrition coach, is on a mission to help every woman - no matter her age - feel strong, healthy and confident in her body. In a culture that overcomplicates everything, this podcast will be a breath of fresh air! Self Care Simplified meets you right where you’re at, giving you simple, sustainable tips so you can feel fully functional and pain-free—in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. If you're looking for expert self-care advice combined with grace-filled motivation to help you feel your physical best, this is it!