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 ...

A strong core is the gateway to a healthy moving body with less aches and pains. But not all core exercises are ‘easy’. Take the plank for example, which requires strength in your upper body, lower ...

Your core stabilizes every movement you make. Improve core strength with these 7 exercises that enhance posture and protect ...

I describe the core to my clients as the foundation of a house. You want the foundation to be strong so that you can add the walls and so on. If you don’t have a strong foundation (your core), the ...

For a strong and stable core, I recommend that my clients do Pilates exercises. I myself used Pilates to cure my chronic back pain, and eventually became a certified Pilates instructor. I had tried ...

A PT explains how one of the simplest moves in the book not only strengthens your core, but could help you live a longer, healthier life too ...

Most of us make cycling a priority because it’s our thing. But strength training is also necessary to improve your performance. Focusing on your core is especially important for better riding because ...

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 ...

Before worrying about fancy equipment or trending workouts, I ask every client to master five simple exercises, the same ones ...

In the “bang for your buck” category of fitness equipment, sliders are a close runner-up to resistance bands. They’re cheap, versatile, and easy to store or take on the road. And if your current core ...