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 ...

My car broke down recently, which meant I had no way of transporting weights to my weekly circuit training class, so I had to ...

Whenever I start working with a new personal training client, I’ll usually have them do some variation of a plank. They’re a ...

A strong core improves posture and stability. Try this bodyweight plank routine at home. It only takes five minutes.

A stronger, flatter midsection after 50 comes from movements that train your core to stabilize your entire body, not just flex your spine like old-school crunches. Standing drills create that ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

Strength training is an important aspect of fitness. But you may find it daunting when you glance at the weights or complicated machines at the gym, wondering how to use them. Luckily, there’s an ...

Strength training might be intimidating and seem like it’s just for people who grunt in squat racks or live in gym clothes. But the truth is, strength training is for everyone. It’s one of the ...

If you’ve vowed to start strength training but can’t seem to make a routine stick, you’re not alone. Nathaniel Serrurier, ...

If it’s not enough that steeplechase champion Emma Coburn incorporates core activation exercises into her warmup routine, maybe we can convince you. It’s no secret that core workouts promote better ...

Try these four different exercises instead ...