Front Plank
The gold standard for isometric core stability. It strengthens the transverse abdominis, lower back, and shoulders.
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The Best Abs Exercises
Top Exercises
Dumbbell Straight Arm Twisting Sit-Up
A dynamic core movement that combines spinal flexion with rotation. It targets the rectus abdominis and obliques simultaneously.
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Dumbbell Side Bend
A core exercise targeting the obliques. It improves lateral spinal mobility and strengthens the abdominal wall against lateral forces.
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Crunch
The staple movement for abdominal development. It isolates the rectus abdominis by shortening the distance between the sternum and the pelvis.
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Captains Chair Straight Leg Raise
A high-intensity abdominal exercise targeting the lower rectus abdominis and hip flexors. It requires significant core stability to prevent swinging.
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Band Kneeling Crunch
A targeted abdominal exercise. The kneeling position allows for a greater focus on the contraction of the rectus abdominis against the band's resistance.
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Band Decline Sit-Up
Increases the challenge to the abdominals by using a band to add resistance. It improves core strength and power through an increased load.
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Side Crunch
A fundamental isolation move for the obliques. It helps sculpt the side-waist and improves the mind-muscle connection with the lateral core.
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Knee Touch Crunch
A simple but effective core isolation exercise focusing on the upper rectus abdominis through a specific target point.
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Hollow Hold
A foundational isometric core exercise. It teaches the body to maintain tension and a neutral spine, essential for gymnastics and heavy lifting.
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Hanging Knees to Elbows
A dynamic core movement targeting the lower abs and obliques. Hanging improves grip strength while the knee lift isolates the core.
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Hanging Toes to Bar
A high-intensity abdominal exercise. It requires significant core strength and hip flexor mobility to bring the feet all the way to the bar.
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