Beyond the Six-Pack
When most people think of core strength, they picture six-pack abs. But true core strength starts much deeper — with the pelvic floor. The muscles you can see in the mirror are the superficial layer of a much more complex system, and training them in isolation is like building walls on a house without a foundation.
The deep core is not a single muscle. It is a pressurized system — a canister of muscles that work together to stabilize the spine, support the organs, manage intra-abdominal pressure, and coordinate every movement from walking to heavy lifting.
The Deep Core Canister
The deep core canister is formed by four muscle groups working in concert. The diaphragm forms the top, contracting and descending during inhalation. The pelvic floor forms the bottom, providing upward support against gravity and abdominal pressure. The transverse abdominis wraps around the front and sides like a corset. And the multifidus runs along the spine at the back.
When these four components coordinate properly, they create a stable, pressurized cylinder that protects the spine, supports the organs, and provides the foundation for all movement. When any one component is weak — particularly the pelvic floor — the entire system is compromised.
Why the Pelvic Floor Is the Weak Link
Of all four components of the deep core, the pelvic floor is the most vulnerable to weakening and the least likely to be trained. Pregnancy and childbirth stretch and strain the pelvic floor directly. Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause cause connective tissue to lose elasticity. Chronic constipation, heavy lifting with poor mechanics, and even prolonged sitting can contribute to gradual pelvic floor weakening.
Unlike the abdominals or back muscles, the pelvic floor does not get stronger from most standard exercise routines. Squats, planks, and even targeted Kegel exercises — while helpful — often cannot generate the contraction intensity needed to meaningfully rebuild a weakened pelvic floor. This is precisely where electromagnetic pelvic floor therapy provides a unique advantage.
How the EMShape Pelvic Chair Restores the Foundation
The EMShape Pelvic Chair delivers approximately 11,000 supramaximal pelvic floor contractions per session using High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology. These contractions are far more intense than anything the body can produce voluntarily — they recruit and activate deep muscle fibers that traditional exercises simply cannot reach.
Over a series of sessions, these supramaximal contractions drive genuine muscle hypertrophy in the pelvic floor. The muscles become thicker, stronger, and more responsive. Coordination between the pelvic floor and the rest of the deep core system improves. Clients report better bladder control, improved core stability, less lower back pain, and a stronger sense of connection to their body during exercise.
Strength That Radiates Outward
When the pelvic floor is strong, everything built on top of it works better. Core exercises become more effective. Posture improves naturally. Breathing mechanics normalize. Incontinence resolves. Athletic performance increases. Even daily activities like lifting groceries or playing with children feel more stable and controlled.
This is why LMG Artistry treats the pelvic floor not as an isolated area but as the foundation of total core health. Whether you are recovering postpartum, navigating perimenopause, or simply want a stronger core — it starts from within.
