Your entire body depends on astrong core.
Your core also provides proper support to your spine to maintain good posture and avoid getting injured.
These are some of the many reasonscore exercisesare crucial for a healthy body.
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That’s why we spoke with a fitness pro to find the best core workouts to test your strength.
Check them out and learn where you stand!
Exercises like the ab wheel rollout push muscles to their full range of motion, demanding advanced control."
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Let’s explore the five best core workouts to test your strength.
“These benchmarks show strength, endurance, and controlkey indicators of a well-developed core,” Baah says.
In This Article:
Planks
The forearm plank builds endurance and stability across your core.
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Pro Tip:A strong core means holding a plank for 90+ seconds.
Pro Tip:A strong core means performing 15 controlled hanging leg raises.
Pro Tip:A strong core means completing 20+ Russian twists while maintaining proper form.
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Pro Tip:A strong core means staying completely stable throughout the exercise without arching your back.
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