Core exercises
Explore 91 Athletic Station exercises related to core, with execution guidance based on each exercise description.
Dumbbell Forward Lunge - Right Leg
Unilateral right-leg movement that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while requiring balance during the descent and return.
Dumbbell Forward Lunge - Left Leg
Unilateral left-leg movement that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while requiring balance during the descent and return.
Dumbbell Overhead Squat
Dumbbell squat that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and shoulders while requiring stability during the descent and ascent.
Incline Push-Up
Push-up variation that works the core, chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the torso stable during the descent and ascent.
Dumbbell Sumo Squat
Dumbbell squat that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and adductors while requiring stability during the descent and ascent.
Kettlebell Swing
Swing driven by hip extension to work the core, glutes, and hamstrings while using the arms mainly to guide the movement.
Bench-Assisted Pull-Up
Bodyweight pulling movement toward the bar that works the core, biceps, shoulders, and back while controlling the torso and shoulder blades.
Wide-Grip Pull-Up
Bodyweight pulling movement toward the bar that works the core, biceps, shoulders, and back while controlling the torso and shoulder blades.
Dumbbell Good Morning
Hip-hinge movement that works the core, glutes, hamstrings, and lower back while keeping the spine aligned and the load close to the body.
Alternating Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Overhead press that works the core, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the torso stable as the load is raised.
Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise
Front arm raise that works the core and shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Seated Alternating Dumbbell Front Raise
Seated front arm raise that works the core and shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Standing Dumbbell Front Raise
Standing front arm raise that works the core and shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Seated Front Raise with Wrist Rotation
Seated front arm raise that works the core, shoulders, and forearms while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Single-Arm Dumbbell Front Raise - Right
Right-side front arm raise that works the core and shoulder while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Single-Arm Dumbbell Front Raise - Left
Left-side front arm raise that works the core and shoulder while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Standing Dumbbell Lateral Raise
Standing lateral arm raise that works the core and shoulders while controlling the load and minimizing torso compensation.
Sled Push
Resisted movement that works the core and glutes while combining continuous force production with cardiovascular effort.
Knee-Supported Diamond Push-Up
Push-up variation that works the core, chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the torso stable during the descent and ascent.
Glute Bridge March
Hip elevation and stabilization exercise that works the core, glutes, and hamstrings while keeping the torso firm throughout the movement.
Donkey Kick
Quadruped hip extension that works the core, glutes, and hamstrings while keeping the torso stable as the leg is raised.
Dumbbell Side Bend - Right
Controlled right-side trunk bend that works the core while avoiding rotation or body swinging.
Dumbbell Side Bend - Left
Controlled left-side trunk bend that works the core while avoiding rotation or body swinging.
Jump
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core and legs while improving cardiovascular conditioning through coordination, propulsion, and controlled landings.
Dumbbell Deadlift
Hip-hinge movement that works the core, glutes, hamstrings, and forearms while keeping the spine aligned and the load close to the body.
Kettlebell Deadlift
Hip-hinge movement that works the core, glutes, hamstrings, and forearms while keeping the spine aligned and the load close to the body.
Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift
Hip-hinge movement that works the core, glutes, hamstrings, and lower back while keeping the spine aligned and the load close to the body.
Glute Bridge
Hip elevation and stabilization exercise that works the core, glutes, and hamstrings while keeping the torso firm throughout the movement.
Plank Row
Plank combined with an arm pull that works the core, glutes, shoulders, and back while resisting rotation of the torso.
Isometric Plank
Isometric body hold that works the core, glutes, and shoulders while maintaining alignment and stability without movement.
Dumbbell Pullover on Bench
Arcing arm movement that works the core, chest, triceps, and back while keeping the core firm and the range of motion controlled.
Dumbbell Floor Pullover
Arcing arm movement that works the core, chest, triceps, and back while keeping the core firm and the range of motion controlled.
Bent-Over Dumbbell Row with Hand Rotation
Horizontal pulling movement that works the core, biceps, back, and forearms while driving the elbows backward with control of the torso and shoulder blades.
Neutral-Grip Bent-Over Dumbbell Row
Horizontal pulling movement that works the core, biceps, back, and forearms while driving the elbows backward with control of the torso and shoulder blades.
Bent-Over Rear-Delt Dumbbell Row
Horizontal pulling movement that works the core, shoulders, back, and trapezius while driving the elbows backward with control of the torso and shoulder blades.
Supinated-Grip Inverted Row
Horizontal pulling movement that works the core, biceps, and back while driving the elbows backward with control of the torso and shoulder blades.
Single-Arm Dumbbell Bench Row - Right Hand
Horizontal pulling movement that works the core, biceps, back, and forearms while driving the elbow backward with control of the torso and shoulder blade.
Single-Arm Dumbbell Bench Row - Left Hand
Horizontal pulling movement that works the core, biceps, back, and forearms while driving the elbow backward with control of the torso and shoulder blade.
Alternating Dumbbell Biceps Curl
Elbow flexion exercise that works the core, biceps, and forearms while keeping the arms and torso stable throughout each repetition.
Standing Dumbbell Biceps Curl
Elbow flexion exercise that works the core, biceps, and forearms while keeping the arms and torso stable throughout each repetition.
Standing Vertical Dumbbell Biceps Curl
Elbow flexion exercise that works the core, biceps, and forearms while keeping the arms and torso stable throughout each repetition.
Dumbbell Biceps Curl
Elbow flexion exercise that works the core, biceps, and forearms while keeping the arms and torso stable throughout each repetition.
Horizontal Jump
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and calves while combining coordination, propulsion, and controlled landing.
Weighted Step-Up
Step-up and step-down exercise that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while controlling foot placement and maintaining stability during each repetition.
Neutral-Grip Dumbbell Floor Press
Pressing exercise that works the core, chest, triceps, and shoulders while keeping the load stable between the lowering phase and arm extension.
Alternating Leg Touch with Arm Raised
Alternating reaching movement that combines mobility with work for the core, shoulders, and legs while maintaining torso control.
Alternating Outer-Thigh Touch
Alternating reaching movement that combines mobility with work for the core, quadriceps, glutes, and adductors while maintaining torso control.
Lateral Jump with Feet Together
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core and glutes while combining coordination, propulsion, and controlled landing.
Lateral Jump
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core and legs while improving cardiovascular conditioning through coordination, propulsion, and controlled landing.
Prayer-Hand Jump
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core, shoulders, and legs while improving cardiovascular conditioning through coordination, propulsion, and controlled landing.
Jump with Arm Raise
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core, shoulders, and legs while improving cardiovascular conditioning through coordination, propulsion, and controlled landing.
Cross-Leg Jump
Dynamic jumping exercise that works the core and legs while improving cardiovascular conditioning through coordination, propulsion, and controlled landing.
Standing Close-Grip Barbell Curl
Elbow flexion exercise that works the core, biceps, and forearms while keeping the arms and torso stable throughout each repetition.
Single-Arm Cable Pulldown - Right Hand
Vertical pulling movement that works the core, biceps, shoulders, and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
3D Articulated Pulldown
Vertical pulling movement that works the core, biceps, and back while keeping the shoulders stable and controlling the return of the load.
Barbell Pullover
Arcing arm movement that works the core, chest, triceps, and back while keeping the core firm and the range of motion controlled.
Plank with Leg Raise
Plank variation with leg movement that works the core, glutes, and shoulders while keeping the hips and torso stable.
Plank with Leg Abduction
Plank variation with leg movement that works the core, glutes, and shoulders while keeping the hips and torso stable.
Traditional Jumping Jack
Aerobic arm-and-leg movement that develops the core, shoulders, legs, cardiovascular conditioning, and coordination.
Reverse-Step Jumping Jack
Aerobic arm-and-leg movement that develops the core, quadriceps, glutes, cardiovascular conditioning, and coordination.
Reverse Jumping Jack
Aerobic arm-and-leg movement that develops the core, shoulders, legs, cardiovascular conditioning, and coordination.
Lateral Jack Step with Forward Punch
Aerobic arm-and-leg movement that develops the core, shoulders, legs, cardiovascular conditioning, and coordination.
Lateral Air Lunge - Left Leg
Dynamic lunge variation that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and calves while requiring coordination, balance, and control during the change of support.
Alternating Lunges
Unilateral leg movement that works the core, quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while requiring balance during the descent and return.
Cable Deadlift
Hip-hinge movement that works the core, glutes, hamstrings, and lower back while keeping the spine aligned and the load close to the body.
Stiff-Leg Deadlift
Hip-hinge movement that works the core, glutes, hamstrings, and lower back while keeping the spine aligned and the load close to the body.
Standing Cable Hip Extension
Backward leg extension against cable resistance to target the core and glutes while maintaining trunk stability.
Mountain Climber
Dynamic plank with alternating knees toward the torso to work the core, shoulders, legs, and cardiovascular conditioning at a continuous pace.
Lateral Leg Raise - Left
Left-side lateral leg raise to work the core and glutes while keeping the torso stable and the movement controlled.
Lateral Leg Raise - Right
Right-side lateral leg raise to work the core and glutes while keeping the torso stable and the movement controlled.
Lunge - Left Leg
Unilateral leg movement on the left side to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while maintaining balance during the lowering and return phases.
Lunge - Right Leg
Unilateral leg movement on the right side to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while maintaining balance during the lowering and return phases.
Jumping Lunge
Dynamic lunge variation to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and calves while challenging coordination, balance, and control during the support switch.
Lunge with Overhead Reach
Unilateral leg movement to work the core, quadriceps, and glutes while maintaining balance during the lowering and return phases.
Arm Circles
Continuous circular arm movement to mobilize and work the core and shoulders while maintaining stable posture.
Single-Leg Smith Machine Squat
Guided Smith machine variation to work the core, quadriceps, and glutes with a controlled path and greater stability.
Sumo Squat
Squat variation to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and adductors with attention to alignment and movement control.
Plié Squat with Calf Raise
Squat variation to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and adductors with attention to alignment and movement control.
Smith Machine Box Squat
Guided Smith machine variation to work the core, quadriceps, and glutes with a controlled path and greater stability.
Slow Squat
Squat variation to work the core, quadriceps, and glutes with attention to alignment and movement control.
Lateral Squat with Arm Raise
Squat variation to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and adductors with attention to alignment and movement control.
Smith Machine Front Squat
Guided Smith machine variation to work the core, quadriceps, and glutes with a controlled path and greater stability.
Double-Pulse Squat
Dynamic squat variation that combines the core, quadriceps, and glutes with rhythm, coordination, and body control.
In-and-Out Squat
Dynamic squat variation that combines the core, quadriceps, glutes, and adductors with rhythm, coordination, and body control.
Feet-Together Squat
Squat variation to work the core, quadriceps, and glutes with attention to alignment and movement control.
Squat with Explosive Finish
Dynamic squat variation that combines the core, quadriceps, glutes, and cardiovascular conditioning with rhythm, coordination, and body control.
Squat with Lateral Leg Raise
Squat variation to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and adductors with attention to alignment and movement control.
Squat with Calf Raise
Squat variation to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and calves with attention to alignment and movement control.
Barbell Squat
Barbell squat to work the core, quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while maintaining posture and control throughout the movement.
Wide-Stance Air Squat
Dynamic squat variation that combines the core, glutes, and adductors with rhythm, coordination, and body control.
Alternating Lunge Switch
Dynamic lunge variation to work the core, quadriceps, and glutes while challenging coordination, balance, and control during the stance switch.