Muscle: Core Muscles

Your core muscles are located in your abdomen, back, and pelvic area. This group of muscles includes the rectus abdominis, obliques, transverse abdominis, and the muscles in your lower back. They work together to stabilize your body, support your spine, and help with almost every movement you make. Whether you’re sitting at your desk, lifting grocery bags, or playing sports, strong core muscles are essential for maintaining balance and proper posture.Having a strong core is super important for fitness and everyday life. It not only improves your performance in sports and workouts but also helps prevent injuries. A stable core makes everyday tasks easier, like bending down to tie your shoes or reaching for something on a high shelf. Plus, it can reduce lower back pain, making daily activities more comfortable.Ready to strengthen your core muscles? Check out these effective exercises designed to target and develop this important muscle group!

Close-Grip Push-Up: Target Triceps, Chest & Core Strength

The close-grip push-up is a compound bodyweight exercise best used for building…

Dr. Malik

Kneeling Cable Hip Extension: Strengthen Glutes & Hamstrings

The kneeling cable hip extension is an isolation exercise which builds muscle…

Dr. Malik

Strengthen Your Back: Machine One-Arm Row for Maximum Gains

The machine one-arm row is a compound exercise which builds muscle and…

Dr. Malik

Build Back Strength with One-Arm Lat Pull-Downs for Lats

The one-arm lat pull-down is a compound exercise which builds muscle and…

Dr. Malik

Build Back Strength: Weighted Inverted Row for Total Upper Body

Pull-ups get all the glory when it comes to the best bodyweight…

Dr. Malik

Transform Your Back: Bent-Over One-Arm Cable Pull Guide

The bent-over one-arm cable pull is an isolation exercise which builds muscle…

Dr. Malik

Master the Machine-Assisted Pull-Up for Back Strength

The machine-assisted pull-up is a great movement which effectively targets the latissimus…

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Activate Your Glutes: Lying Single Straight-Leg Hip Extension

The lying single straight-leg extension is a lower posterior chain exercise which…

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Ultimate Barbell Overhead Press for Strong Shoulders & Core

The barbell overhead press is an excellent compound movement used for building…

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Cable Triceps Kickbacks: Master Your Form for Stronger Arms

No longer are triceps kickbacks thought of as just a ‘toning’ or…

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Barbell One-Leg Hip Thrust: Build Glutes & Strengthen Core

The barbell one-leg hip thrust is a very effective glute and hip…

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Master the Landmine Row: Target Your Back and Arms Effectively

The landmine row, a timeless and old school exercise, is essential for…

Andrew Peloquin NFPT-CPT

Straight-Back Seated Cable Row: Strengthen Your Back & Arms

The straight-back seated cable row is a compound movement which builds muscle…

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Master the One-Arm Bench Dip for Total Upper Body Strength

The one-arm bench dip is a more advanced variation of the same…

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Master the Machine-Assisted Close Neutral-Grip Pull-Up

The machine-assisted pull close-grip pull-up is a great exercise for the back…

Dr. Malik

Knee Push-Up: Strengthen Your Chest and Core Effectively

The knee push-up is a compound bodyweight exercise which builds muscle and…

Dr. Malik

Twisting Cable Overhead Press: Tone Deltoids & Core Strength

The twisting cable overhead press is a very effective shoulder press variation…

Dr. Malik

Svend Press: Target Your Deltoids and Pecs Effectively!

The Svend press, also known as the pinch press, is a very…

Dr. Malik

Trap Bar Deadlift: Strengthen Your Legs and Core Effectively

There is something special about deadlifts. Lifting the big weights off the…

Andrew Foster, C.S.C.S