{"id":866368,"date":"2026-04-02T05:00:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T05:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/866368\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T05:00:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T05:00:26","slug":"frida-redknapp-42-shares-her-go-to-home-workout-for-building-core-and-glute-strength","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/866368\/","title":{"rendered":"Frida Redknapp, 42, shares her go-to home workout for building core and glute strength"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"4\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">Health and wellbeing enthusiast  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frida_redknapp\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frida_redknapp\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Frida Redknapp\" data-node-id=\"4.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">Frida Redknapp<\/a>  makes  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"fitness\" data-node-id=\"4.3\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">fitness<\/a> a consistent part of her lifestyle. The 42-year-old mother of five mixes up her training, from  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a706202\/strength-training-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a706202\/strength-training-for-beginners\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"strength work\" data-node-id=\"4.5\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">strength work<\/a> in the gym to skipping and cycling outdoors.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"9\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">&#8216;My routine changes. My commitment doesn&#8217;t,&#8217; she  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DUyQuzdEjSr\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DUyQuzdEjSr\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"told\" data-node-id=\"9.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">told<\/a> followers. &#8216;Early mornings don&#8217;t matter. Exercise clears my mind, strengthens my body and reminds me who I am. Movement is how I reset and focus. It returns me to myself, sharpens me and steadies me.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"13\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">Frida also makes sure training is always accessible, even at home. She recently shared a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/workouts\/a69999084\/lower-body-core-strength-workout\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/workouts\/a69999084\/lower-body-core-strength-workout\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"core\" data-node-id=\"13.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">core<\/a> and  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a64608525\/exercises-build-glutes\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a64608525\/exercises-build-glutes\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"glute\" data-node-id=\"13.3\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">glute<\/a>  workout that requires minimal equipment. &#8216;A simple home set that never fails,&#8217; she said. &#8216;Build strength where it matters most \u2013 core stability and powerful glutes.&#8217; <\/p>\n<p>Frida Redknapp&#8217;s core and glutes routine<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"20\" class=\"body-tip css-1c5elkc emevuu60\">Perform exercises 1-8 for 45-60 seconds each<br data-node-id=\"20.1\"\/>Do 3 rounds, resting for 1-2 minutes between each round<br data-node-id=\"20.3\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"25\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">Celebrity trainer and London-based fitness expert <a href=\"https:\/\/aimeevictorialong.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/aimeevictorialong.co.uk\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Aimee Victoria Long\" data-node-id=\"25.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">Aimee Victoria Long<\/a> provides instructions for the following exercises.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"29\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">Equipment needed: 1 mat, 1 band, 2 x 3kg <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a706203\/how-to-pick-the-right-weights\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a706203\/how-to-pick-the-right-weights\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"dumbbells\" data-node-id=\"29.0.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">dumbbells<\/a><\/p>\n<p>1. Banded marching glute bridges<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"36\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"36.0\">Targets:<\/strong> glutes, core<\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"37\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"37.0\">Lift your hips into a bridge, with a band above your knees. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.1\">Place your hands behind your head or beside you on the floor. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.2\">March one knee towards your chest, keeping hips level and your knee at 90 degrees.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.3\">Pause, then return to the beginning. Repeat on the other side. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>2. Banded plank with alternating leg lifts<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775106016_894_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"43\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"43.0\">Targets<\/strong>: core, glutes, shoulders<\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"44\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"44.0\">Hold a high plank with a band placed around your ankles. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"44.1\">Lift one leg to hip level without shifting your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a40612752\/hip-thrust-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a40612752\/hip-thrust-challenge\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"hips\" data-node-id=\"44.1.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">hips<\/a>. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"44.2\">Pause, then return your leg to the floor. Repeat on the other side. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>3. One-arm plank with leg sweep<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775106017_667_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"50\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"50.0\">Targets:<\/strong> core, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/a704021\/what-is-glute-activation\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/a704021\/what-is-glute-activation\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"glutes\" data-node-id=\"50.2\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">glutes<\/a>, shoulders<\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"51\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"51.0\">Start on all fours, holding dumbbells. Rest one hand \u2013 holding the dumbbell \u2013 on the floor, and lift your other so the dumbbell is by your hip and you&#8217;re balancing on one arm. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"51.1\">Straighten the leg that&#8217;s on the side of the floor-resting arm out to the side, and then sweep it across and back like a pendulum until it&#8217;s extended straight behind you, so your shoulders hips and ankles form a straight line.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"51.2\">Pause, then return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>4. Bear hold rotation and reach<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775106017_393_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"57\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"57.0\">Targets: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/core-workouts\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/core-workouts\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"core\" data-node-id=\"57.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">core<\/a>, shoulders, glutes<\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"58\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"58.0\">Holding dumbbells, start in a bear hold, on all fours with knees slightly raised off the ground. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"58.1\">Rotate your torso out and lift your top arm towards the ceiling, engaging your core to keep your hips from dropping.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"58.2\">Pause, then return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>5. Banded V-sit leg abductions<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775106018_980_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"64\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"64.0\">Targets:<\/strong> deep core, inner thighs<\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"65\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"65.0\">Start in a V-sit hold with a band around your shins, holding both dumbbells in front of your chest. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"65.1\">Brace your core and exhale as press your legs out against the band, pausing for 1-2 seconds at your widest point. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"65.2\">Bring your legs back with control, keeping tension in the band and keeping your back neutral. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>6. Close-grip push-up to alternating knee drive<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775106019_755_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"71\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"71.0\">Works: <\/strong>triceps, chest, core, shoulders<\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"72\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"72.0\">Get into a high plank position with your hands close together under your shoulders. Keep your body in a straight line from head to your heels. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"72.1\">Lower your chest towards the floor, keeping your elbows close to your sides. Push back up to the top, straightening your elbows.  <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"72.2\">At the top, brace your core and drive one knee forward and out towards your elbow, repeating on the other leg. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>7. Banded side-lying leg raise<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775106020_270_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"78\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"78.0\">Targets: <\/strong>outer glute (glute medius), hip abductors<\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"79\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"79.0\">Lie on your side with your head resting on one hand and the other placed in front of you on the ground for support. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"79.1\">Place a band just below your knees. <\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"79.2\">Lift your top leg with control agains the band, keeping your hips stacked. Then lower it back down. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Frida&#8217;s current weekly routine<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775106021_89_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"85\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">Earlier this year, Frida shared the workouts that took her through the week. &#8216;At the moment, that looks like at least two Lagree classes a week (obsessed), two cardio sessions (usually <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a70220953\/geri-horner-workout\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a70220953\/geri-horner-workout\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"boxing\" data-node-id=\"85.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">boxing<\/a>), two weight sessions (have to keep the bones strong) and a proper <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/a705624\/when-to-take-a-rest-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/a705624\/when-to-take-a-rest-day\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"rest\" data-node-id=\"85.3\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">rest<\/a> day,&#8217; she <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DTx_SBtDPl1\/?img_index=2\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DTx_SBtDPl1\/?img_index=2\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"said\" data-node-id=\"85.5\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"noopener\">said<\/a>. &#8216;Consistency is key.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"90\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"90.0\"><strong data-node-id=\"90.0.0\">After years living with endometriosis and undergoing seven rounds of IVF, Radio 4 presenter Emma Barnett turned to training with PT Frankie Holah to rebuild strength and a more positive relationship with her body. Download the Women\u2019s Health UK app to access Frankie&#8217;s full training plan.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"94\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\"><strong data-node-id=\"94.0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hearstmagazines.co.uk\/womens-health-magazine-subscription-website?utm_source=womenshealthmag.com\/uk&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=wh-collective&amp;utm_content=emma-barnett-training\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.hearstmagazines.co.uk\/womens-health-magazine-subscription-website?utm_source=womenshealthmag.com\/uk&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=wh-collective&amp;utm_content=emma-barnett-training\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Get the app\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-node-id=\"94.0.0\" class=\"body-btn-link css-c29gpt emevuu60\">Get the app<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hearstmagazines.co.uk\/womens-health-magazine-subscription-website?utm_source=womenshealthmag.com\/uk&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=wh-collective&amp;utm_content=emma-barnett-training\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img draggable=\"true\" alt=\"magazine cover featuring a fitness theme and workout plans\" title=\"magazine cover featuring a fitness theme and workout plans\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1800\" height=\"2250\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent;width:100%;height:auto;\"   src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/965dcd5d-232a-485f-a194-bbc78a2eef76.jpg\" class=\"css-0 e1g79fud0\"\/><\/a>Related Stories<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/c0a81ddf-13c4-476f-bd08-395c813cb134_1743083928.file.png\" alt=\"Headshot of Kate Cheng\" title=\"Headshot of Kate Cheng\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"css-o0wq4v ev8dhu53\"\/><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Health and wellbeing enthusiast Frida Redknapp makes fitness a consistent part of her lifestyle. 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