The worst thing about back pain—besides the actual pain—is the mystery surrounding it. It seemingly comes out of nowhere; one day, you’re fully functional, and the next morning, you’re struggling to ...

In research published in the journal Physical Therapy in Sport, the goal was to explore and summarize the literature to determine the role of core stability as a risk factor in the development of ...

Some people work on their core because they’re hoping for a 6-pack or a flat tummy. But having a sturdy core provides you with much more than a toned look. A strong core — which includes the back, ...

Your core muscles, including your abdominals (abs), pelvic floor, erector spinae, and diaphragm, help you maintain your posture by stabilizing your torso. However, many people have weak core muscles, ...

Weak core muscles have been linked to posture problems and back pain (Photo: iStock) A lean body in good shape and health is what many desire; and a flat tummy of course. Core muscles help you to ...

When many people talk about working the core, they’re mostly talking about their abs. However, the broad definition of the core muscles includes: Training your core is more than just ab training, and ...

Core strength is more than just achieving sculpted abs—it’s the foundation of movement, balance, and injury prevention. A weak core can lead to poor posture, chronic pain, and decreased athletic ...

Pregnancy does some pretty incredible things to your body, but for many women, it can also leave you feeling a little unfamiliar in your own skin afterward. One of the most common changes is diastasis ...

Back pain affects millions of people daily, often stemming from weak core muscles that fail to provide adequate spinal support. The interconnected muscle groups surrounding the torso work together to ...