45-Minute Bodyweight Core Workout — Intermediate
A ready-to-go 45-minute bodyweight core workout for intermediate lifters. Warmup, main lifts, cooldown, and tutorial links for every exercise.
Warm-up
- Inchworm Walkouts1 × 10 · rest 15s
- Hip Circles1 × 30s · rest 15s
- Jumping Jacks1 × 30s · rest 15s
Main workout
- Side Plank3 × 30s · rest 45s
- Dead Bug3 × 8-12 · rest 60-90s
- Mountain Climbers3 × 30s · rest 45s
- Russian Twists3 × 8-12 · rest 60-90s
- Bird Dog3 × 8-12 · rest 60-90s
- Bicycle Crunches3 × 8-12 · rest 60-90s
- Plank3 × 30s · rest 45s
Cool-down
- Child's Pose Stretch1 × 45s · rest —
- Standing Forward Fold1 × 45s · rest —
- Cat-Cow Stretch1 × 45s · rest —
FAQ
How long is this core workout?
About 45 minutes including warm-up and cool-down.
What equipment do I need?
This routine is designed for bodyweight.
Is this good for beginners?
It's geared toward intermediate lifters. Beginners should pick our beginner version.
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