Brace Yourself: The One Technique You’re Probably Not Doing Right Let’s talk about something that could be the reason your lifts feel wobbly, your back feels sore, or your gains are stalling: bracing. Not the exciting kind like “brace for impact!”—though, honestly, it kind of is. We’re talking about bracing your corebefore a lift. And no, that doesn’t mean “flexing your abs like you’re trying to get a beach photo.” Bracing is about creating internal pressure and stability that protects your spine and helps you lift heavier, move safer, and perform stronger. 💡 So what is bracing? Think of your midsection like a soda can. When it’s sealed and pressurized, you can stand on it without crushing it. But if you open the tab? That same can folds with just a little pressure. Your core muscles work the same way. When properly braced, your torso becomes rock solid—protecting your spine, keeping your form locked in,...