Unlike some of the gimmicky core moves trending online, the Pallof press is nice and simple – and visually unexciting in comparison. But don’t be fooled. It’s one of the most effective core exercises ...

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The Pallof press is a core exercise that works all the ab muscles, as well as your glutes and back. It may be more effective than a plank because it creates less strain on the wrists and lower back.

Trainer, author, and fitness model Kirk Charles, NASM-CPT CES, knows that as you get older, life can get more complicated. But that shouldn’t prevent you from being on top of your game. He’ll help to ...