A few weeks ago I found myself in a bit of a huff and ranting to a colleague, as my deadlift progress had come to a sudden halt and my lower back was in pain. His blunt response: “Your core clearly ...

While the plank is an excellent core exercise, several other options can strengthen your core. You can do these bodyweight exercises anywhere, and they don’t require equipment.

Roughly 35 of the 639 skeletal muscle groups that make up the human body are responsible for flexing, extending and stabilizing your core. Typically gym-goers remember to strengthen the area with ...

The following three exercises require rotational stability in the core which is crucial to movement performance and injury avoidance. High Plank Alternate Shoulder Tap. Side Plank Row. Side Plank Tuck ...

Better posture. Weak upper abs often result in poor posture and spinal misalignment, but by targeting these muscles, you can ...

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 ...

If the goal of your workout is to walk away with a chiseled six-pack, you’re missing the point. A strong core results in fewer injuries, better posture and balance and less back pain. To perform well ...

You can use a barbell in the usual way, but what if there were a technique that could switch things up? That’s where the ...

Standing core workouts are a productive way to spruce up your training routine. They’re total time-savers that engage your upper and lower body at the same time and can be performed anywhere. Plus, ...

Skip long cardio. Try 5 at-home moves after 50, knee drives, side reach crunches, lunge rotations, twists, and slow climbers.

The fitness equipment industry generates billions annually selling specialized machines that ultimately perform simple functions: creating resistance against muscle contraction. Resistance ...