I created this workout to target the transverse abdominals, which are deep in your core and key to all-around strength. I’ll show you how to feel those muscles and activate them with a series of moves done on the floor with your back down and head back. These exercises incorporate multiple muscle groups, so keep checking in on those transverse abdominals to ensure you’re hitting your target.
You’ll be on your back with feet planted on the floor for most of this workout, but trust me, it’s not easy. Take your time as you do these core-crunching moves, and make sure you maintain proper form to protect your spine and keep the focus on your core throughout the workout.
This workout is a progression, so the variations get more difficult as it goes on. If you find that you come to a place that’s difficult enough to challenge yourself, stick there and focus on form with a goal of moving through the full progression in time. These abdominal-isolating holds, pulses,...