{"id":56961,"date":"2023-11-14T20:48:41","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T20:48:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=56961"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Best Core Exercises for Beginners: 16 Core Workouts for Men, Women, and Seniors"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#What_Are_the_Key_Core_Exercises\" >What Are the Key Core Exercises?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#How_Can_I_Strengthen_My_Core_as_a_Beginner\" >How Can I Strengthen My Core as a Beginner?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Core_Muscles_Explained\" >Core Muscles Explained<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Core_Training_vs_Flat_Bellies\" >Core Training vs. Flat Bellies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Does_Walking_Strengthen_Your_Core\" >Does Walking Strengthen Your Core?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Best_Core_Exercises_for_Beginners_at_Home\" >Best Core Exercises for Beginners at Home<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Best_Core_Exercises_for_Beginners_Male\" >Best Core Exercises for Beginners (Male)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Plank\" >Plank<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Side_Plank_Variation\" >Side Plank Variation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Reverse_Crunches\" >Reverse Crunches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Superman\" >Superman<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Best_Core_Exercises_for_Beginners_Female\" >Best Core Exercises for Beginners (Female)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Quadruped\" >Quadruped<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Modified_Bicycle_Crunches\" >Modified Bicycle Crunches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Pelvic_Lifts\" >Pelvic Lifts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Spider_Plank\" >Spider Plank<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Core_Strengthening_Exercises_for_Beginners_with_Back_Pain_and_Over_50s\" >Core Strengthening Exercises for Beginners with Back Pain and Over 50s<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Partial_Crunches\" >Partial Crunches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Bird_Dog\" >Bird Dog<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Wall_Sits\" >Wall Sits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Supine_Twists\" >Supine Twists<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#How_Can_I_Strengthen_My_Core_at_60\" >How Can I Strengthen My Core at 60?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Glute_Bridges\" >Glute Bridges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Opposite_Arm_and_Leg_Raises\" >Opposite Arm and Leg Raises<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Modified_Plank\" >Modified Plank<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#Dead_Bugs\" >Dead Bugs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#For_more_core_strengthening_information\" >For more core strengthening information:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#What_are_the_5_fastest_ways_to_strengthen_your_core\" >What are the 5 fastest ways to strengthen your core?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_strengthen_your_core\" >How long does it take to strengthen your core?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#How_can_I_train_my_core_at_home\" >How can I train my core at home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#What_are_the_signs_of_a_weak_core\" >What are the signs of a weak core?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#How_can_I_engage_my_core_all_day\" >How can I engage my core all day?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/4-best-core-exercises-for-beginners\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The four best core exercises for beginners involve choosing the right group to suit your needs. What comes to mind when you think of your core? If you\u2019re thinking about your abs, you may want to discover more about <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/core-workout-tips-and-exercises-you-need-to-know\/\">core workouts<\/a> before you dive into the strengthening exercises.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The four best core exercises for beginners focus on more than just your abs. You can sculpt beautiful abs with a good core workout, but you\u2019ll need to do more to achieve a six-pack. Let\u2019s show you which core exercises work and what they can do for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Key_Core_Exercises\"><\/span><b>What Are the Key Core Exercises?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The four best core exercises for beginners only make up a small part of the top workouts. Here\u2019s a quick overview of some key core exercises:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Men: plank, side plank, reverse crunches, and Superman (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/best-exercises-men-core\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women: quadruped, modified <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-bicycle-crunches\/\">bicycle crunches<\/a>, pelvic lifts, and spider plank (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/top-core-exercises-women\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over 50s: partial crunches, bird dog, wall sits, and supine twists (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/back-pain\/ss\/slideshow-exercises\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/supine-spinal-twist-supta-matsyendrasana-3567125\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over 60s: glute bridges, opposite arm, leg raises, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/modified-plank\/\">modified plank<\/a>, and dead bugs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-best-core-exercises-for-older-adults\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/13723863-dead-bug-exercise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_I_Strengthen_My_Core_as_a_Beginner\"><\/span><b>How Can I Strengthen My Core as a Beginner?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we get to the four best core exercises for beginners, let\u2019s take a look at a little information about the core and some of the misconceptions about core exercises.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_Muscles_Explained\"><\/span><b>Core Muscles Explained<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your core muscles aren\u2019t just your abs. First Line Physio states that the major core muscles responsible for nearly every trunk movement in your body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/firstlinephysio.co.uk\/blogs\/core-strengthening-and-why-its-important\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> transversus abdominus<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps protect your spine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">internal obliques<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on your sides contribute to spinal stability, flexion, and rotation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">multifidus<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the pelvic floor and in your lower back contributes to spinal stability\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rectus abdominus<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (six-pack) between the ribs and pelvis helps you bend<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">external obliques<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on your sides stabilize the spine and help you bend and flex<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">erector spinae runs along your entire back and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps you bend and twist<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quadratus lumborum<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the abdominal wall supports, extends, and rotates the spine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hip flexors<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include the psoas, rectus femoris, pectineus, and sartorius. Surround muscles, including <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glutes<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hamstrings<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quads,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are also important for overall strength.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_Training_vs_Flat_Bellies\"><\/span><b>Core Training vs. Flat Bellies<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core training won\u2019t give you a six-pack or swimsuit belly. WebMD says that you can exercise all you want, but you won\u2019t sculpt the perfect stomach or abs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/ss\/slideshow-9-tips-flat-abs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You must make dietary changes in order to burn belly fat, including eating lean protein and vegetables and reducing your junk food consumption.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Walking_Strengthen_Your_Core\"><\/span><b>Does Walking Strengthen Your Core?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard suggests walking can strengthen core muscles, but adding weight can work better (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/how-to-build-a-better-core\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The walk-and-carry exercise is when you hold dumbbells, kettlebells, or any weight in your hands while you walk. This teaches you to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-brace-your-core\/\">brace your core<\/a> while walking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! Install the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners\">experience the versatility first-hand<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Core_Exercises_for_Beginners_at_Home\"><\/span><b>Best Core Exercises for Beginners at Home<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core strengthening exercises for beginners at home include four categories that suit men, women, and mature individuals. Everyone\u2019s needs differ, so the top exercises for each group will also differ. You\u2019ll find 12 core exercises in this article, but you should only stick to those that suit your needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/1-1.png\" alt=\"4 best core exercises for beginners\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Core_Exercises_for_Beginners_Male\"><\/span><b>Best Core Exercises for Beginners (Male)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WebMD suggests that the best core exercises for men involve training the transversus abdominus, obliques, rectus abdominus, multifidus, and erector spinae (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/best-exercises-men-core\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They can improve core stability while also strengthening your body for other workouts. Complete two sets of 10-12 reps each.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plank\"><\/span><b>Plank<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planking is the best core workout for the transversus abdominus (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/best-exercises-men-core\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie face down and then raise yourself on your forearms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support your body with your feet while keeping your spine straight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold a straight line for 15 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and exhale deeply to contract the core during the hold<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Plank_Variation\"><\/span><b>Side Plank Variation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The side plank variation works your obliques (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/best-exercises-men-core\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your right side with your legs straight\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift your body and rest on your right hand<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise your free hand to the ceiling and hold it for 15 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the other side<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reverse_Crunches\"><\/span><b>Reverse Crunches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crunches work the rectus abdominus, but this is a variation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/best-exercises-men-core\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie flat with your knees bent and hands resting by your sides<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roll your hips upward as you bring your knees over your chest<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your heels against your buttocks until you slowly release<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Superman\"><\/span><b>Superman<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Superman is the ideal core workout for men to train their erector spinae and multifidus (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/best-exercises-men-core\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your belly with your legs and arms stretched out<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift your arms and legs as far as possible<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 10 seconds and then release<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/10.jpg\" alt=\"4 best core exercises for beginners\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Core_Exercises_for_Beginners_Female\"><\/span><b>Best Core Exercises for Beginners (Female)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WebMD recommends core exercises that improve posture and stabilize your body&#8217;s daily movement (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/top-core-exercises-women\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You\u2019ll complete two sets of 10-12 reps each.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quadruped\"><\/span><b>Quadruped<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The quadruped helps to stabilize your core while improving your balance, coordination, and strength (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/top-core-exercises-women\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assume a kneeling position on the floor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise one arm straight in front of you and hold for 30 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat the hold with the other arm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold one leg straight out behind you for 30 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the other side<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Modified_Bicycle_Crunches\"><\/span><b>Modified Bicycle Crunches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crunches can help strengthen your core without straining your neck (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/top-core-exercises-women\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit in a chair with your hands behind your head<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently twist your torso as you bring your left knee to your right elbow<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the other side<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pelvic_Lifts\"><\/span><b>Pelvic Lifts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pelvic lifts are ideal for helping strengthen lower core muscles (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/top-core-exercises-women\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back with your arms spread slightly outward beside you<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Squeeze your core muscles tight as you raise your hips off the floor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop and hold when your thighs and back make a straight line<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spider_Plank\"><\/span><b>Spider Plank<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any plank variation can help improve strength and endurance in your core (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/top-core-exercises-women\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assume a push-up position before moving into a plank<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your body must be straight with your elbows under your shoulders<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise your left leg and swing it toward your right arm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return your leg to its original position and repeat on the other side<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/core-workouts-calisthenics\/\"><i>Core Workouts Calisthenics Edition: The No-Gym Approach To Building Functional Fitness<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_Strengthening_Exercises_for_Beginners_with_Back_Pain_and_Over_50s\"><\/span><b>Core Strengthening Exercises for Beginners with Back Pain and Over 50s<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core exercises for beginners over 50 are also suitable for those with back pain. WebMD suggests a few exercises that may help ease lower back pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/back-pain\/ss\/slideshow-exercises\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Perform two sets of 10-12 reps for each exercise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Partial_Crunches\"><\/span><b>Partial Crunches<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partial crunches can help strengthen your core and back without placing additional stress on your lower back (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/back-pain\/ss\/slideshow-exercises\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie with feet flat and knees bent<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands behind your neck<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tighten your core as you breathe out and raise your shoulders<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lead with your shoulders, not your elbows, and repeat<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bird_Dog\"><\/span><b>Bird Dog<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bird dogs can help strengthen the stabilizing muscles in your back and your core muscles. Perform this movement with control and only raise your limbs to safe heights (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/back-pain\/ss\/slideshow-exercises\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kneel and tighten your core<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift one leg behind you, keeping your hips level<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for five seconds and repeat on the other side<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Dropping pounds by the dozens without putting yourself through the wringer is everyone\u2019s weight loss pipe dream. But what if we told you that the BetterMe app can make that happen? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners\">Keep yourself in prime shape <\/a> with our fat-blasting workouts, delicious budget-sparing recipes, and body-transforming challenges with our app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wall_Sits\"><\/span><b>Wall Sits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wall sits can help strengthen your core, glutes, and hamstrings while keeping your back stable (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/back-pain\/ss\/slideshow-exercises\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand with your back to a wall approximately 12 inches away<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean back until your back rests safely on the wall<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide down slowly as you bend your knees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press your back into the wall and brace your core<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 10 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supine_Twists\"><\/span><b>Supine Twists<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilates is an excellent way of strengthening your obliques, chest, and glutes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/supine-spinal-twist-supta-matsyendrasana-3567125\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie flat with your knees bent over your hips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your calves will be parallel to the floor, and your arms will form a T-shape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale as you pull your core tight and tilt your pelvis to one side<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your thighs together and exhale again as you return to the original position<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the other side<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calisthenics-workout-abs\/\"><i>Calisthenics Workout Abs: 5 Moves for a Solid Core<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_I_Strengthen_My_Core_at_60\"><\/span><b>How Can I Strengthen My Core at 60?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core exercises for beginners over 60 require finesse to ensure you don\u2019t push your core any harder than is necessary. Harvard suggests modified planks, bridges, and opposite arm and leg raises for seniors (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-best-core-exercises-for-older-adults\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You should complete two sets with 10-12 reps each for a total core workout.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glute_Bridges\"><\/span><b>Glute Bridges<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glute bridges are excellent for improving strength in your back, abs, and glutes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-best-core-exercises-for-older-adults\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back with your feet flat and knees bent<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tighten your buttocks and brace your stomach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise your hips until they form a straight line with your shoulders<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain this position for 10 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opposite_Arm_and_Leg_Raises\"><\/span><b>Opposite Arm and Leg Raises<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This exercise requires slow and controlled movements to ensure the core contracts properly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-best-core-exercises-for-older-adults\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kneel on all fours with your head and spine aligned<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extend your right leg behind you while reaching forward with your left arm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your hips and shoulders steady until both extend parallel to the floor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for five seconds and then repeat on the opposite side<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/7-1.png\" alt=\"4 best core exercises for beginners\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Modified_Plank\"><\/span><b>Modified Plank<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planks contract the core muscles effectively, but modified planks are more suitable for beginners over 60 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-best-core-exercises-for-older-adults\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kneel on all fours<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brace your stomach and support your upper body with your forearms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your shoulders over your elbows<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your back straight while your feet remain elevated\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the plank for 10 seconds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dead_Bugs\"><\/span><b>Dead Bugs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Livestrong suggests dead bugs stabilize your core without hurting the lower spine with isolated movements (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/13723863-dead-bug-exercise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie flat on a firm, supportive surface<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend your knees as you raise them to a 90\u00b0 angle over your body<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise your arms together with your legs so you look like a dead bug<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lower your left arm and right leg to the floor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring them back before doing the same on the other side<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_more_core_strengthening_information\"><\/span><b>For more core strengthening information:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/advanced-core-exercises\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced core exercises<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/core-exercises-for-seniors\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core exercises for seniors<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-pilates-core-exercises\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wall Pilates core exercises<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_5_fastest_ways_to_strengthen_your_core\"><\/span><strong>What are the 5 fastest ways to strengthen your core?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mayo Clinic recommends five top exercises for strengthening your core effectively (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/in-depth\/core-strength\/art-20546851\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glute bridges and variations, such as bridge tucks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planks and variations, such as side planks and modified planks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abdominal presses, such as single-leg, double-leg, and opposite-leg and arm raises<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crunches and variations, such as reverse crunches and bicycle crunches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quadruped and variations, such as bird-dog crunches<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_strengthen_your_core\"><\/span><strong>How long does it take to strengthen your core?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First Line Physio recommends performing core strengthening exercises 2-3 times weekly for 4-8 weeks to see improvements (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/firstlinephysio.co.uk\/blogs\/core-strengthening-and-why-its-important\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You should stay consistent with your strengthening workouts in order to see results and feel improvements in your posture, balance, and strength.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_train_my_core_at_home\"><\/span><strong>How can I train my core at home?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the four best core exercises for beginners that suit your needs, and then consistently perform them 2-3 times weekly with two sets of 10-12 reps each time (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/firstlinephysio.co.uk\/blogs\/core-strengthening-and-why-its-important\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You can also do some cardio and incorporate whole-body exercises on other days, such as suitcase or farmer\u2019s carry walking exercises (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/how-to-build-a-better-core\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_signs_of_a_weak_core\"><\/span><strong>What are the signs of a weak core?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mayo Clinic suggests poor posture, weakened whole-body muscles, balance issues, and lower back pain can be common indicators of a weak core (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/in-depth\/core-exercises\/art-20044751\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Core muscles are responsible for most movements, and signs of weakness in your body could indicate a weak core. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_engage_my_core_all_day\"><\/span><strong>How can I engage my core all day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very Well Fit suggests practicing core-bracing techniques (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/how-to-engage-your-core-the-right-way-4783531\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Core bracing takes practice. You should pull everything tight from your ribs to your hips, including your stomach muscles, while maintaining a straight posture anywhere you sit or stand. This can be done all day. <\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our four best core exercises for beginners in multiple groups will get you on the road to a stronger core, improved posture, and smoother movements in any other workout. 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If you\u2019re thinking about your abs, you may want to discover more about <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/core-workout-tips-and-exercises-you-need-to-know\/\">core workouts<\/a> before you dive into the strengthening exercises.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;[video-shortcode link=\\&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=4_best_core_exercises_for_beginners\\&quot; mp4=\\&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\\&quot;]&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The four best core exercises for beginners focus on more than just your abs. 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