The four main muscles of the deep core—transverse abdominis, multifidus, pelvic floor and the diaphragm—work together to keep ...

Strengthen your core after 55 with 4 chair drills that train rotation, lower abs, and anti-rotation without floor strain.

The best core exercises don't necessarily require you to get on the floor. These seven standing variations are sure to ...

You don’t need long workouts to build a strong core. This simple five-move routine delivers real results in just five minutes ...

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, planks are a popular fitness move for a reason: they’re effective. This one move engages the entire body, especially the abs. Planks put the entire core muscle group to work, ...

The First 2 Moves Trainers Teach Clients Who Want a Stronger Core originally appeared on Parade. Most of us have dreamed about having a strong, sculpted core—maybe even six-pack abs?—at one point or ...

Core muscles are important in all training forms, whether yoga or martial arts, cardio, or weightlifting. Fitness trainers constantly advise you to use your core muscles in your workout because you ...

The curl-up is part of spine expert Stuart McGill’s 'Big Three', shown in research to increase core endurance without ...

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.

From Hyrox to Pilates, resistance bands and even yoga, experts explain what actually builds muscles – and why it gets harder ...