Workout for a stronger core?

[readyformore]

okay first thing, as i know all of you are going to say, DIET, its not what u do blah blah its what u eat lol thats if ure fat.... i never really worked out my stomach, but it's already getting shape, i was wondering some workouts i could do to help, i have something that i can do those hanging leg lifts on, some other stuff, shoot some idea's (its gonna be for a home workout) thanks in advanced guys.

 

[Gazhole]

okay first thing, as i know all of you are going to say, DIET, its not what u do blah blah its what u eat lol thats if ure fat....

The same principles apply whether you have 5% or 25% bodyfat.

For core strength however, train things that build stability rather than things that have little to no functional application like crunches (when do you EVER want your core to contract like that?).

Things like planks, side planks, birddogs, supermans, farmers walks are good too, and theyll train your grip at the same time.

 

[readyformore]

The same principles apply whether you have 5% or 25% bodyfat.

For core strength however, train things that build stability rather than things that have little to no functional application like crunches (when do you EVER want your core to contract like that?).

Things like planks, side planks, birddogs, supermans, farmers walks are good too, and theyll train your grip at the same time.

ahh good old gaz always bein helpful =D thanks alot man, ill have to look alot of those up but still thanks =D

 

[DiGiTaL]

Squats, Deadlifts, pull ups I find are pretty decent for core too.

 

[Doublebase]

Squats, Deadlifts, pull ups I find are pretty decent for core too.

pull ups? Hmmm...

 

[OneWheyOrAnother]

Squats, Deadlifts, pull ups I find are pretty decent for core too.

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I also have noticed the most development of core strength by doing squats, deadlifts, standing overhead press, chin ups and pull ups

One time I trained my core the day before doing squats, and the lack of full core recovery resulted in poor squat form and I had to lower the weight.
If you are squatting and deadlifting heavy enough, minimal to no core strength is required unless you are are past the novice stage of body building

 

[DiGiTaL]

pull ups? Hmmm...

Yea, I found this out first hand, I did pull ups and my stomach was in a lot of pain (not bad pain). Good enough to make me do another 2 sets

 

[GoLdeN M 07]

Suitcase Style Deadlifts.... all the way

best for core strength and stability and shreds ur entire body the day after. Great exercise!

 

[GoLdeN M 07]

Squats, Deadlifts, pull ups I find are pretty decent for core too.

Pullups mainly require a stronger midsection, they dont really work it too much, unless u did intense breathing while doing the exercise.

 

[Double D]

Turkish Getups, Planks, Cradles, Knees to elbows, hyper extensions, just to name a few....

 

[DiGiTaL]

What are some of these exercise I can do in the comfort of my own home?

I can do Planks, supermans, probably farmer walks...what else?

 

[CowPimp]

Let's clarify. Are you actually asking about core strength, or are you asking about definition in your midsection? They are two very different things.

 

[readyformore]

Let's clarify. Are you actually asking about core strength, or are you asking about definition in your midsection? They are two very different things.

well for now, strength but if u can tell me definition ones for future reference then that would be cool just i dont have very much muscle there right now so i'd like to get some muscle there for a month or 2 before i try to get the actual 6 pack

 

[Double D]

Definition is more about diet than anything. As far as core strength.....heavy powerlifters have some of the strongest cores in the world, even though you cannot see their abs.