Changes in muscle activation in response to abdominal bracing and stabilization belt use during a loaded squat

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0.23-0.43). Incorporating AB during squatting increased abdominal muscle activity, both with and without StB use. The StB use alone did not alter muscle activation. These findings indicate that AB, with or without StB use, is effective in enhancing abdominal muscle engagement during the loaded barbell squat.