09/23/2026
UPPER BACK STRENGTH MATTERS
Your upper back plays a huge role in posture, spinal positioning, and ultimately, core function.
Strengthening the thoracic extensors, traps, rhomboids, scapular retractors and lats helps support a more upright, stable position through the spine.
And when your spine is better positioned, you create more optimal space and resting length for the diaphragm and abdominal wall — making it easier for the core to function and engage properly.
So if you’re struggling with core engagement, the answer may not always be “strengthen your abs.”
Sometimes, you need to look above the core and work on how your spine is being positioned and supported.
Better positioning → better function → better movement✨