The 8 Best Ab Exercises to Strengthen Your Core

Pilates Curl

The transversus abdominis, the deepest section of your core, is targeted by the Pilates curl, commonly known as the C-shape curl.

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Plank Hold

A wonderful approach to work numerous sections of your core at once is with planks. Your obliques, transverse abdominis, and rectus abdominis are all engaged during this hold.

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Leg Raises

For all skill levels, leg lifts are an excellent workout. It tones your abs, both the rectus and transversus. "It's a great exercise for beginners and it also doesn't take many reps to feel your core working deeply,

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V-Ups

V-ups are a highly effective exercise that targets your lower abs, external and internal obliques, and rectus abdominis. "This is one of the best overall exercises you can do for your abs," adds Abdelhamid.

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Criss-Cross

One of the initial mat exercises created by Pilates creator Joseph Pilates is the criss-cross. It works the same muscles as the classic bicycle crunch the obliques.

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Russian Twists

Russian twists help strengthen the spine and target the external and internal obliques. "It's important to strengthen our core in every angle and these help strengthen your overall rotation,"

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Bent-Over Rows

Having a strong core overall requires a strong back, which should be worked throughout the activity. Additionally, bent-over rows engage key posterior chain muscles that, when developed,

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Superman

Another exercise that uses numerous muscular groups simultaneously is the superman exercise. This exercise will strengthen and strengthen the core while also engaging the glutes and lower back.

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