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 ...

Most people train their core with good intentions but poor results. Endless crunches, rushed planks, and random workouts ...

Start on all fours. Extend your right arm in front of you and your left leg behind, actively reaching in opposite directions.

Keeping up with the latest fitness trends can be—let’s be real here—a lot. Take a scroll through Instagram or TikTok, and you’ll probably see an entertaining, albeit slightly intimidating, feed of ...

If you’re looking to build up your strength, especially in your upper body and core, as well as gain some muscle using nothing but your bodyweight, then this beginner callisthenics workout is what you ...

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 ...

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 ...

For a program to be most effective, Washington recommends sticking to it for at least four to five weeks before changing it ...

Are you over 40 and looking for an effective home workout? This invigorating morning yoga flow is the ultimate yoga for beginners session, designed to support weight loss and improve your flexibility.

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

This article synthesizes current evidence to show how beginners can initiate exercise safely by prioritizing movement quality ...