B.A.S.S. – Balance. agility. strength. stretching
Bathroom B.A.S.S. Week 3 - Meet Your Core Walls.
By Kay Fitton
Your core works as a system.
In Week 1, you focused on your breathing (the lid).
In Week 2, your pelvic floor (the base).
This week, we build the middle — the abdominal muscles, the walls of your corset.
The common problem
Most people fall into one of two patterns:
Too little activation → the trunk feels loose, movement lacks control
Too much gripping → the upper tummy tightens, breathing becomes shallow, and pressure builds where it shouldn’t
You might notice this in the mirror — a tightening under the ribs with a slight bulge lower down.
What your body actually needs
Your abdominal muscles should gently switch on before movement, then stay responsive as you move.
Think about:
Turning to reach for the tap after washing your hands
Reaching across the sink
Stepping out of the shower onto a wet surface
Small movements — but they rely on good control.
What to do this week
Before you move, take a moment to ‘Reboot your core’.
Try this Cue:
Gently draw your lower tummy in — like zipping up a small pair of jeans — and keep breathing normally.
No bracing. No holding your breath. No gripping.
Just enough support to stay controlled as you move.
Watch the video
See how your abdominal layers work together — and learn how to find the right level of activation for your body.
And after you brush your teeth tonight, just remember:
Switch on, don’t clamp down.
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