On top of having a cool-sounding name that makes it seem worthy; the Superman is an effective core exercise that remains popular in the fitness world. If building your core is on your to-do list ...

You can train your abs likeOlympic gymnasts Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles using this gymnastics core workout.

The Superman exercise targets the lower back, helping to activate the erector spinae—those important muscles that run along your spine, keeping you upright and supporting rotational movements.

No, it’s a superman. We’re not talking about the Caped Crusader here – though no doubt he’s on top of his S&C routine – but this under-the-radar core exercise. While crunches and planks ...