Glute Ham Roller Jacknife

Learn how to perform the glute ham roller jackknife, an underrated anti-extension core exercise that combines plank-style bracing with trunk and hip flexion to target the lower abs and hip flexors. Strength coach Brandon Smitley of THIRST Gym breaks down the setup, technique, common mistakes, progressions, and programming so you can build a stronger, more controlled midsection. Ideal for wrestlers, powerlifters, and stiff athletes who need more flexion in their training.

5 Best Ab Exercises Based on Science (EMG Study Results)

The best ab exercises aren’t the trendy ones flooding your social media feed — they’re the five movements backed by EMG research that actually build a stronger, more functional core. From the dead bug and Pallof press to the ab wheel rollout, hanging leg raise, and kneeling cable crunch, this guide breaks down exactly how to perform, progress, and program the most effective abdominal exercises for powerlifters, combat athletes, and general fitness enthusiasts. Stop wasting hours on endless crunches and learn how to train your rectus abdominis, obliques, and transverse abdominis the right way.