Here are some common signs you might have a weak core.

The four main abdominal muscle groups that combine to completely cover the internal organs include:

• transversus abdominis – the deepest muscle layer.
• rectus abdominis – slung between the ribs and the pubic bone at the front of the pelvis.
• external oblique muscles – these are on each side of the rectus abdominis.

Importance of Core Strength

• Improved Balance and Stability. Core exercises train the muscles in your pelvis, lower back, hips and abdomen to work together.
• Eliminates Back Pain. A body that is aligned and upright will make you less prone to have back pain.
• Upright Posture.

• Lower Back Pain. If your lower back tends to ache after standing or even sitting for a long time, it may be an indication that you have a weak core.
• Poor Posture.
• Bad Balance.
• Low Endurance for Standing.
• Shortness of Breath.
• Weakness of the Body.
• Plank.
• Chair Crunches.

Strong core muscles make it easier to do most physical activities. Strong core muscles are also important for athletes, such as runners, as weak core muscles can lead to more fatigue, less endurance and injuries. Weak core muscles can also leave you susceptible to poor posture, lower back pain and muscle injuries.

Walking is the best form of exercise for getting rid of belly fat and training your core (and you’ll enjoy your neighborhood at the same time). When you take long strides, you work all the muscles that support your stomach, back, and pelvis.

Popular fitness trackers and pedometers encourage people to take 10,000 steps per day, and one 2016 study agrees that 10,000 steps are ideal. This works out to roughly 5 miles of walking. People interested in walking for weight loss should consistently hit at least 10,000 steps each day.