Core
Muscle Groups: Abs, Obliques
Core focuses on Abs, Obliques, with Abductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Core with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your side, supporting your body on your forearm and the side of your bottom foot.
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Stack your feet and align your body in a straight line from your head to your heels.
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Engage your core and lift your hips off the floor, forming a straight line from your head to your ankles.
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Slowly raise your top leg towards the ceiling, keeping it straight and your hips stable.
- 5
Control the movement as you slowly lower your top leg back to meet the bottom leg.
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Complete the desired repetitions on one side before switching to the other side.
Secondary Muscles
While Core primarily targets Abs, Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abductors . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Core, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Core, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
