core work
Central body exercises
Core work refers to exercises that strengthen the muscles of the torso—the abdomen, lower back, and pelvis.
These muscles stabilize the spine and transfer force between upper and lower body.
In fitness contexts, core work typically means planks, crunches, and similar exercises: I do twenty minutes of core work after every run.
The term emphasizes function over aesthetics, though a strong core may produce visible abdominal definition.
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- stabilityResistance to displacement
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