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Jennifer Rizzuto

You don't need planks to build a stronger core, just this 4-move bodyweight abs workout

Sasha Hanway performing a unilateral deadbug.

Strengthening your deep core is essential not only for athletic pursuits but also for a healthy and injury-free body. While the dream of a chiseled six-pack motivates many of us, the muscles underneath the six-pack play a vital role in supporting and stabilizing your hips and spine.

Planks often come to mind when discussing abs workouts, and for good reason — they’re a great way to target the deep core muscles like your transverse abdominis and internal obliques.

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