7 Core Exercises That Are More Effective Than Crunches

Trampolining Trampolining engages your entire core while providing low-impact cardio benefits simultaneously.

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Skipping Rope Skipping rope activates your abs and improves coordination through rhythmic jumps.

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Mountain Climber Mountain climbers work your abs, shoulders, and legs with explosive core strength.

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Leg Lifts Slow leg raises intensely target the lower abs for strong core foundation building.

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Side Plank Hold Side planks improve oblique strength and stabilise your torso during movement.

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Full-Body Burpees Burpees strengthen core, arms, and legs while boosting cardiovascular endurance fast.

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Squat & Tighten Squats engage your core to maintain balance while strengthening lower body muscles.

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