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!

A Dozen Lateral Raise Variations for Wider Shoulders

Wide, defined shoulders are the trademark of a quality physique. They’ll make…

Steve Theunissen, PT

Kneeling Cable Pullover: Target Your Lats and Upper Body Strength

Your back is the second biggest muscle group. A developed back can…

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Band Seated Row: Target Your Back Muscles for Maximum Gains

Resistance bands and (back) home workouts go together like peanut butter and…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Strengthen Your Legs: Master the Duck Walk Exercise

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Maximize Leg Power: Ultimate Wind Sprints for Total Leg Strength

If you want the perfect core routine, most experts would agree that…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Suspended Row: Target Your Back, Biceps, and Core Effectively

While called suspended rows, this uber-effective movement is more similar to bodyweight…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Engage Your Upper Body: Angels and Devils Workout Guide

You’ve come to the right place if you’re bored with your ab…

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Dragon Squat: Ultimate Full-Body Strength & Flexibility Move

According to a veteran athletics coach I used to know, a workout…

Dumbbell Hack Squat: Target Your Lower Body for Maximum Gains

The dumbbell hack squat is a squat variation that helps you better…

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Steinborn Squat: Target Your Legs and Core for Maximum Gains

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Boost Strength with Pegboard Climbing: Target Key Muscle Groups

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Reverse Push-Up: Target Your Lats, Triceps, and Core Effectively!

You must do things others won’t to get results others can’t. And…

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Front Lever: Master the Ultimate Core and Back Strength Exercise

The front lever is a foundation exercise in gymnastics and calisthenics. It…

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Back Lever Exercise: Target Your Back, Core, and Arms Effectively

The back lever will challenge you to your core (no puns intended).…

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Meadows Row: Build Stronger Back and Arm Muscles Today!

John Meadows was a bodybuilder and physique coach known for his innovative…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Maximize Upper Body Strength: Weighted Pull-Ups & Chin-Ups

The ability to perform a pull-up and chin-up can make you feel…

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Jumping Pull-Ups: Boost Your Back and Arm Strength Fast!

It’s hard to believe that CrossFit has been around for over 20…

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Weighted Push-Up: Target Your Chest, Arms, and Core Effectively

The humble push-up is arguably the most widely performed exercise in the…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

The 12 Best Sissy Squat Alternatives for Bigger, Stronger Quads

Let’s get one thing straight from the start of this article: there…

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