DFCI Zakim Center

Core Strength for Stability & Balance (VIRTUAL)

  • Thursday, May 8, 2025
  • 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM EDT

Building a healthy core involves strengthening the muscles in your torso that stabilize and support your spine and pelvis, such as your abdomen, back and hips. A strong core is beneficial to injury prevention, better balance, improved posture and pain relief.

30-minute sessions incorporate a mix of standing, seated, and prone muscle conditioning exercises with controlled breath and alignment that builds strength and endurance. All levels welcome with modifications offered.

Equipment needed: Yoga/Pilates mat 

Optional equipment: core/Pilates ball, elastic resistance band

Instructor: Juliana G. Berfield, PhD, E-RYT 500, CPT

This program will be held meeting-style, meaning that your video and audio may be shared with the group if you choose to do so. This program may be recorded.

Passcode if needed: 241619