6 Yoga Poses to Strengthen Core Muscles

06 Jun 2025, 11:05 AM IST
Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

A strong core is essential not just for toned abs, but also for better posture, balance, and overall body strength.

Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

Yoga offers an effective, low-impact way to engage and strengthen the core muscles. Incorporating specific asanas into your routine can help develop core stability and prevent injuries.

Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

Plank Pose (Phalakasana): This classic pose targets the abdominal muscles, back, and shoulders. Keep your body in a straight line, engage the core, and hold the position for 30–60 seconds.

Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

Boat Pose (Navasana): Sit with legs extended, lift them to a 45-degree angle, and balance on your sit bones while keeping the spine straight. Extend arms parallel to the ground. This pose engages deep core muscles and improves endurance.

Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

Forearm Plank (Makara Adho Mukha Svanasana): A variation of the traditional plank, this engages the lower abs and helps build full-core stability. Make sure your hips don’t sag.

Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

Side Plank (Vasisthasana): This pose strengthens the obliques and helps with balance. Stack your feet and lift your body sideways using one arm for support.

Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana): Though primarily a backbend, Cobra strengthens the lower back muscles, which are crucial for a balanced core.

Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana): It stretches the spine and strengthens the abdominal muscles as you draw the belly in and stabilize the body.

Author: Poonam Singh | Credit: Canva

Practicing these yoga poses regularly will help you build a solid core, improve posture, and enhance flexibility—forming the foundation for better overall fitness.