Often, the way we work out, it’s almost as if it could have an invisible meridian dividing the upper and lower halves (you know: arm day! leg day!). But central, quite literally, to everything is the ...

Our bodies move in various directions to perform tasks such as picking up a child, carrying luggage, or getting up and down ...

Common core-based exercises (like crunches, planks, and mountain climbers) are a natural fit for your yoga mat. You wouldn’t use equipment for them anyway, and they’re too uncomfortable to be ...

No offense to sit-ups, planks, and hollow holds, but basic core exercises can feel drab day after day. They work the abdominals, but if you’re looking for stronger, sculpted abs, let me introduce you ...

Yes, you can build strength from home - thanks to a PT's 7 most effective core exercises of all time ...

When it comes to training your body for optimal health, fitness professionals have varying techniques and ideas about how to get the job done. But one thing they all agree on is the importance of a ...

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Last week, we talked about how important it is to strengthen our core, those muscles that live in our torso from just below the chest to the pelvis and are essential to maintaining an active life.

Slouching at a computer all day can lead to poor posture and back pain. Did you know that spending so much time seated can weaken your core? While walking around can help get your legs moving ...

Strength training is an essential part of any running routine, with core exercises being some of the most important. A strong core stabilizes your entire body, helping runners move more efficiently ...

Discover the ideal plank hold times after 50, plus the 30 and 60 second benchmarks that show your core is stronger than most.