{
  "id": 32619,
  "title": "I've been quietly building leaner abs with this 5-minute 'core blast' workout, and it's a must-try if you suffer from back pain or tight hips",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/ive-been-quietly-building-leaner-abs-with-this-5-minute-core-blast",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-08-02T07:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/workouts/ive-been-quietly-building-leaner-abs-with-this-5-minute-core-blast-workout-and-its-a-must-try-if-you-suffer-from-back-pain-or-tight-hips"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A Pilates enthusiast has shared a 5-minute core blast workout that targets muscles responsible for protecting the spine, particularly beneficial for those with back pain or tight hips. The workout combines bodyweight exercises like arm raises, leg liftovers, crunches, and boat pose. The routine involves 50 seconds of work and 10 seconds of rest between each move. It's recommended to perform one round four to five times a week, adjusting the number of rounds based on time availability. Dumbbells, preferably adjustable or hex dumbbells, can be used for added challenge. This workout focuses on building deep core strength rather than just targeting the rectus abdominis muscles, making it suitable for individuals seeking to improve their overall core stability and prevent injuries.",
  "summary": "In a recent article, Tom's Guide Fitness highlights a five-minute core blast workout designed to help users achieve leaner abs and address issues like back pain and tight hips. The routine, which can be completed in 50 seconds of work with 10 seconds of rest, targets various core muscles such as the obliques, hips, and glutes. The workout includes exercises like arm raises, leg liftovers, crunches, and toe taps, and can be performed with bodyweight or dumbbells for added resistance. The author emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and recommends performing the workout four to five times a week.",
  "key_points": [
    "Pilates enthusiast shares 5-minute core blast workout",
    "Targets muscles protecting spine, beneficial for back pain and tight hips",
    "Combines bodyweight exercises, recommends 4-5 rounds weekly"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}