This classic bodyweight movement, widely used by fitness professionals in the United States, is an effective and accessible ...

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 ...

Build core strength after 50 with 5 bodyweight moves that train bracing and control, often faster than planks.

In this week's "Workout Wednesday," fitness trainer Rhonda Murphy shows us how simple stretches can help us with our core.

Chances are you’ve heard about the benefits of strengthening your pelvic floor with kegel exercises. The pelvic floor muscles help stabilize the core and support the bladder, bowel and uterus. When ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Side planks trains your ...

Maintaining a strong, stable core is among the most common fitness recommendations given to everyone from athletes to people with chronic pain. Terms like "core exercise" and "core activation" get a ...

This no-movement exercise is one of the most reliable ways to measure core endurance, posture control, and spinal ...

While it isn’t possible to spot-treat fat through exercise, certain moves can help strengthen your core and create a more defined waistline. One simple but effective option focuses on engaging the ...

Heel slides may look simple but, done properly, they’re a powerful way to build deep core control and hip stability ...