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Become More Powerful and Strengthen Your Abs With This Trainer's Go-To Exercise

25/10/2019 - 05:52 PM

I don't care if you have visible abs or not, but I do care that you have a strong core. Why? Because in my opinion, a strong core is the root to all movement. Your core helps you stand tall, it keeps you from tipping over to the side as you carry all your groceries inside on one trip, and a strong core can even prevent back pain.

To strengthen your core, I always recommend movements such as planks, carries, deadlifts (yes, deadlifts work your core!), and rotational movements like the standing trunk rotation. I like this movement because you can do it anywhere, and it's all about power and control. Another reason it's a must-do exercise, in my opinion, is because rotational movements are often bypassed but are important to prevent excessive rotation in the lumbar spine (your lower back). If you're looking for a new move to master, give the standing trunk rotation a shot.

How to Do a Standing Trunk Rotation


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