Planks are one of the most effective exercises for strengthening your midsection, as they target all of your major core muscles: the transverse abdominis, rectus abdominis, external obliques and ...

98, 99, 100…you mutter through pursed lips, before collapsing flat on your back on the gym floor. Your core crunched to oblivion, your hip flexors probably firing on all cylinders and your neck a ...

It’s estimated that 2 million people in the U.S. will experience a back injury this year. Many of these injuries are because of postures held for prolonged periods and workplace incidents. Many more ...

Case in point: You rely on your core muscles to carry you through the miles. And research shows that core strength training can improve the force you put into your steps, your overall energy transfer, ...

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 ...

Hold for 5 seconds before lowering that leg. Perform this exercise for 10 reps on one leg, then complete 10 reps on the other ...

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 ...

Get step-by-step instructions for chair exercises for arms that build strength, improve mobility, and support everyday ...

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. Jennifer Steinhoff, MD, is a ...