Muscle: Core

The core is a group of muscles located in your abdomen, lower back, and around your pelvis. Think of it as your body’s powerhouse! These muscles play a crucial role in stabilizing your body and helping you perform everyday activities like sitting, standing, and lifting. When you engage your core, you support your spine and improve your balance, making movements smoother and easier.Having a strong core is essential for fitness and daily life. It not only helps prevent injuries by providing support for your back but also enhances your athletic performance in sports and workouts. A well-developed core can improve your posture, making you look and feel more confident. Plus, it makes challenging tasks like carrying groceries or playing with your kids much easier!Ready to strengthen your core? Check out these effective exercises designed to target and develop this important muscle. Your body will thank you!

Master the Sumo Deadlift High Pull: Target Your Key Muscles!

Your body is made up of over 200 muscles. While nobody ever…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Kettlebell Swings: Ignite Your Glutes, Core, and Strength!

Despite its widespread use and popularity, the kettlebell swing is one of…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Thrusters: Total Body Workout for Stronger Legs and Core

Since its inception, CrossFit has introduced lots of lesser-known exercises and training…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Unlock Strength with Kettlebell Arnold Press for Upper Body

The kettlebell Arnold press is a shoulder exercise variation named after the…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Star Jumps: Full-Body Workout for Stronger Legs and Core

Working out can be time-consuming. And, for many people, getting to the…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Squat Pulses: Strengthen Your Legs and Core Effectively!

Bodybuilders often say that if you want to grow, you’ve got to…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Plié Squats: Targeting Your Lower Body Muscles Effectively

As a personal trainer and an athlete, I always felt that you…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Renegade Rows: Strengthen Your Core and Upper Body Muscles

When it comes to core and abs training, many people tend to…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine

Master the Split Jump: Strengthen Quads, Glutes & Core

The split jump is a beneficial bodyweight exercise that involves performing alternating…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

9 Best Front Squat Alternatives for Mass, Strength, and Athletic Performance

The barbell front squat is simply one of the best compound leg…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Transform Your Legs: Benefits of Wide Stance Squats

Whatever your training goals are, squats are a must. It doesn’t matter…

Jack Press: Ultimate Full-Body Workout for Strength & Tone

The jack press is like a two-in-one movement that helps to build…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Hex Bar vs. Barbell Deadlift – Which One Should You Do?

Deadlifts are, hands down, one of the best exercises you can do…

Andrew Peloquin NFPT-CPT

Best Box Jump Alternatives For Building Explosive Strength

Having strong legs isn't enough. Explosiveness and agility in your wheels are…

Vidur Saini

The 11 Best Triceps Pushdown Alternatives

Although it’s impossible to prove, the triceps pushdown is probably the most…

Frog Hops: Boost Leg Strength & Core Stability in One Move!

Frog hops aren't an exercise you do to bring out your inner…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Frog Squat: Total Lower Body Workout for Strength & Tone

The frog squat is one of the more interesting exercise variations and…

Matthew Magnante, ACE

Ultimate Burpees Workout: Target Every Key Muscle Group!

Burpees are one of those exercises that most people love to hate.…

15 Best Leg Curl Alternatives for Stronger Hamstrings

Your hamstrings are a very important muscle group. Not only do well-develop…

Patrick Dale, PT, ex-Marine