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Think core training is just about planks, crunches, and building visible six-pack muscles? True stability goes far deeper. Exceptional core functionality relies on the central nervous system to perfectly coordinate intra-abdominal pressure, deep stabilizers, and pelvic floor health.In this episode of the KIPS Podcast, host Tyler Valencia, PhD(c), and Valerie Brown, DPT, break down the functional mechanics of the "deep core canister." We explore how the nervous system governs reflexive stabilization timing and why traditional coaching cues might actually be causing your clients structural harm.Discover a modern, evidence-based approach to deep core programming that bridges the gap between neural motor control and practical gym floor application to ensure true structural longevity for your clients.What we cover in this episode:The Missing Link: How the central nervous system controls and patterns the deep abdominal wall and pelvic base.The Abdominal Hollowing Myth: Why telling clients to "suck it in" alters normal pelvic function and breathing.Engineered Precision Cueing: How to coach 360-degree diaphragmatic respiration to seamlessly trigger pelvic activation.Practical Programming: Selecting and scaling exercises that challenge deep core stability reflexively under load.About Valerie Brown, DPTDr. Valerie Brown, DPT, is a pelvic health physical therapist with expertise in neurologic and orthopedic rehabilitation, focusing on pelvic floor function, nervous system regulation, and trauma-informed care. Her work connects rehabilitation, performance, and embodiment—helping clients not only reduce symptoms but also enhance resilience, movement, and body awareness. Committed to helping women find Pleasure, Power & Purpose, Val created the Vital Axis Method™—a framework based on Structure, Sensation, and Sovereignty.Join our email list - CLICK HERE.KIPS on Instagram -CLICK HERE. KIPS Education Courses -CLICK HERE. 🎙️Podcast Chapters🎙️(00:00) - KIPS Podcast Welcome(00:43) - Valerie Brown’s Background(00:55) - What’s in this episode?(02:16) - Defining the Core(04:14) - Trainers Interested in Pelvic Floor Health(08:11) - Strained Nervous System Symptoms(12:14) - What is HRV?(15:04) - What is core bracing?(18:46) - Client Buy-in(21:30) - Prepping the Nervous System(23:30) - Vagal Nerve Stimulation(27:59) - Foot-Hip Connection to Core(34:05) - Weak Pelvic Floor
