9 Maximum Strength-Building Stability Exercises

Single-Leg Balance

Boost your stability with this essential exercise. It strengthens your legs, core, and ankles for improved balance.

Planks

More than just a core workout, planks engage your entire body, including shoulders and back.

Side Planks

Target your obliques with side planks. Hold a straight arm or forearm side plank for 30 to 60 seconds per side, repeating three to four times.

Bird Dogs

Strengthen your core, lower back, and glutes. From a tabletop position, extend one arm and opposite leg, switching sides for three to four sets of 10 to 15 reps.

Bosu Ball Squats

Build leg, glute, and core strength. Stand on a Bosu ball, squat as if sitting back in a chair, and maintain balance.

Single-Leg Deadlifts

Holding a dumbbell or kettlebell, hinge at your hips while standing on one leg. Lower the weight and lift your back leg for balance.

Stability Ball Knee Tucks

Engage your lower abs. In a plank position with feet on a stability ball, pull your knees toward your chest and extend back.

Resistance Band Rows

Anchor a resistance band and pull it toward your chest, squeezing shoulder blades together. Complete three to four sets of 10 to 15 reps.

Stability Ball Roll-outs

Kneel before a stability ball, roll it forward while extending arms, and engage your core. Roll back, aiming for three to four sets of 10 to 15 reps.