Who does not like to have a well-toned and chiselled abs? Almost every person who goes to the gym or performs any kind of physical activity wants to have six-pack abs. Crunches, plank, Russian twist, jackknife are some common core exercises that can help to get a sculpted body. But if you have mastered all these moves or are looking for something new, then you have come to the right place.

Crunches and planks are undoubtedly good exercises to build a strong core, but certainly not the best ones. There are plenty of other exercises that work fabulously on your core but are not much talked about. Here we have listed 5 underrated exercises that you can add to your core workout routine.

Once you have mastered the basic plank, add this exercise in your workout routine. It helps to strengthen your shoulders, glutes and core muscles.

Directions:

Step 1: Come to all your four limbs and then lift your knees, straighten your legs to bring your body to full extension.

Step 2: Your feet should be shoulder-width apart and palms directly below your shoulders. Your body should be in a straight line from head to toes.

Step 3: Lift your right hand off the ground and keep it on your back.

Step 4: Hold this position for a few seconds and then come back to the normal position. Repeat the same with the other hand to complete one repetition.

This exercise not just works on your core but is also good for your neuromuscular coordination. It helps to build a solid and stable core that protects the spine.

Directions:

Step 1: Lie on your back on a mat with your arms stretched upward, pointing towards the ceiling.

Step 2: Lift your legs up so that your knees are bent at 90-degree angle and are directly over your hips.

Step 3: Exhale, engage your core and slowly extend your right leg until they’re just above the floor. At the same time take your left arm backward overhead, but do to let it touch the ground. Your torso should be stable and back resting comfortably on the mat.

Step 4: Inhale and then bring your leg and arm back to the starting position and repeat the same with the other leg and hand. This exercise looks like a dead bug is moving their limbs.

As the name suggests, you have to crawl like a bear while performing this exercise. It is an excellent ab exercise if you do it correctly. So, try to engage your core to reap maximum benefits.

Directions:

Step 1: Start with coming on all your fours. Your hips should be below your knees and hands below your shoulders.

Step 2: Now lift your knees slightly above the ground. Make sure your back is flat, legs hip-width apart and arms shoulder-width apart.

Step 3: Move your left hand and right leg forward. Now do the same with the other leg and hand. Repeat the move while alternating sides.

You might have seen this workout several times in movies, but we doubt that you would have ever tried it. Army crawl is a challenging exercise that engages your entire body muscles and focuses on strengthening the core muscles.

Directions:

Step 1: Start with coming to a plank pose. Your elbows should be on the mat and hands in loose fists. Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line.

Step 2: Lift your right arm and move it forward, keeping your body low to the ground.

Step 3: Drag your opposite leg behind as you move your left arm forward.

Step 4: Move your hands to propel your body to move forward. Repeat the movement.

Boat pose is an excellent move for your lower abs and adding pulse to it activates more muscles.

Directions:

Step 1: Lie down flat on your back with your hands by your side.

Step 2: Now slowly lift your upper body and legs, in such a way that your body forms a V shape.

Step 3: Raise your hands slightly above the ground. It should be parallel to the ground.

Step 4: Keeping your core tight, slightly move your upper and lower body in the opposite direction and then bring it back to the centre. Do not forget to keep your back and legs straight.