No sit-ups needed: A trainer says these 5 moves build deep and functional core strength for anyone over 50

You can build serious core strength without ever hitting the floor. Trainer Eric North’s five-move routine is designed to ...
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The Best Ab Exercises for a Strong Core if You're Over 50

As you age, maintaining balance is crucial for preventing falls and doing everyday tasks. Core training is the foundation for building balance and strength. A strong core helps protect your spine and ...
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Dance, swim or walk? The most beneficial workouts for over-60s

It sounds basic but a brisk walk can do wonders for health with very little effort. In fact, researchers from the University ...

5 Best Chair Exercises That Flatten Your Stomach Faster Than Sit-Ups After 60

Strengthen your core and slim your midsection with these five simple chair exercises that target your abs safely after 60.
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How core exercises can help older age groups

DECEMBER. ALL RIGHT. THANK YOU. ERIC. WE OFTEN HEAR HOW IMPORTANT IT IS FOR SENIORS TO EXERCISE. AND NOW WE’RE SEEING WHICH WORKOUTS ARE THE MOST BENEFICIAL. KOAT U-N-M HEALTH EXPERT DOCTOR ASH SPOKE ...
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At 67, Denise Austin Shares ‘Effective’ Core Exercises for Women Over 50

First up is a standing crunch. Maintaining core strength as you age is important for overall health, but Austin explains that a lot of her followers “don’t like getting on the ground” when working out ...
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13 of the best core exercises

What do you picture when you hear someone say 'core exercise'? Likely, you imagine the someone non-stop crunches or a plank being held for days on end. Sounds kind of dull, right? Well, if you're ...
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9 oblique exercises for a stronger core and slimmer waist

When we think of core exercises, standard moves like situps and crunches are often a go-to. But working the side body is an important piece of a well-rounded core routine that is sometimes overlooked.
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Could these beginner-friendly core exercises help with weight loss?

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. “Right to the core,” “core values,” and “hardcore.” These little idioms highlight just how vital the concept of “core” is in our lives ...

The best park workout for over-60s to build lower-body strength without strain

A gentle park workout can boost lower-body strength after 60 with simple moves that protect joints and keep you active ...
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6 Core Exercises To Take Your Abs Workout Routine To The Next Level

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? So, here it is: an effective (and quick!) core workout for women looking for ...

6 Chair Exercises That Trim Belly Fat Faster Than Floor Work After 60

Tighten your midsection after 60 with six simple chair exercises that strengthen your core and help reduce stubborn stomach ...