How to Do Scissor Kicks
Share on Pinterest The scissor kick is one of several exercises you can do to build and maintain your core strength. It also targets your lower body, which means you engage multiple muscles in order to complete the move. This exercise is sometimes also called flutter kicks.
Abdominal Bracing Exercises to Take the Strain Off Your Back
Share on PinterestRaquel Torres/Getty Images You can learn how to brace your core to avoid straining your lower back and neck while doing abdominal exercises and other lifting moves.
Hanging Knee Raises: Benefits, Muscles Worked, and How-To
The hanging knee raise is among the best exercises for targeting the lower abs while working out your entire core. This exercise also builds excellent forearm and grip strength. You can perform a hanging knee raise with minimal equipment. All you really need is something to grip and hang from, such as a pullup bar. […]
15 Plank Variations You Haven’t Tried but Need to ASAP
Planking is a great way to add strength-building to your exercise routine. Variations exist to help people of all ability levels. The pursuit of a strong core often seems like a lifelong ordeal. But regardless of whether your abs are visible, there are many reasons to focus on strengthening your core. According to the Centers […]
Double Crunches: Benefits and How to Do Them
Core training is an important component of any well-rounded fitness program. Yet, with so many exercises to choose from, you may wonder where to start when it comes to building a strong, developed core. The double crunch is an excellent choice to target multiple core muscles with a single exercise. This article explains how to […]
How to Strengthen Your Posterior Chain Muscles
Share on PinterestMinamoto Images/Stocksy United What most of us commonly refer to as the “backside of our body” actually has an anatomical name: the posterior chain. While the posterior chain runs from your neck down to your ankles, the focus is often on the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back. Strengthening these muscles helps reduce low […]
Want Washboard Abs? Try These 6 Exercises
Share on PinterestDrazen/Getty Images If you want washboard abs — also known as a six-pack or chiseled abdominal muscles — you’re going to need to focus on a solid core training program and a healthy diet. Men usually need a body fat percentage below 10 to 14 percent to see definition in their abs, whereas […]
What Are Air Squats?
Why Do Some People Have Four-Pack Abs?
Share on Pinterest Defined, toned abs — commonly called a six-pack — are an often sought-after goal in the gym. But not all toned abs look the same. Some people sport a four-pack, while others may have an eight-pack. Let’s take a look at the difference between ab types as well as the diet, exercise, […]
Wall Angels: Benefits, Muscles Worked, and How-To
In today’s day and age, many people frequently sit at a desk for long periods. In addition, sitting posture tends to vary, often resulting in a slumped or flexed posture. Plus, there’s the dreaded “cell phone posture,” which involves a flexed posture whether you’re sitting or standing. When sitting for long periods, your back muscles […]