TETSUBarbell Core Exercises
9 barbell exercises for the core, hitting abs. Each one links to a full form guide with an animated demonstration.
All barbell core exercises
Common questions
What are the best barbell exercises for core?
The strongest picks here are the Landmine 180 (abs), Barbell Side Bent (abs) and Barbell Press Sit-Up (abs) — each has a full step-by-step guide with an animated demonstration.
Can I train core with only barbell equipment?
These 9 movements are a solid foundation covering abs. For complete core coverage, pair them with exercises from other equipment — see the muscle hub for the full list.
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