Which glute exercise also emphasizes core engagement when performed correctly?

The plank with hip extension effectively emphasizes core engagement in addition to targeting the glutes. When you perform this exercise, you start in a plank position, which inherently requires your core muscles to stabilize your body. Maintaining a straight line from head to heels engages the abs, obliques, and lower back, creating a strong foundation.

As you extend one leg behind you, the glute of the extended leg activates further, contributing to glute strength while the core works to keep your torso stable and aligned. This combination of glute activation and core stability makes the plank with hip extension a unique and beneficial exercise for achieving comprehensive strength in both areas. This dynamism between the glutes and core is less pronounced in the other options, which may predominantly focus on glute activation without as strong a core component.