There’s nothing wrong with the classic core exercises we all know. Sit-ups, planks and crunches have their place. But they’re not for everyone. Maybe they put too much strain on your neck or back, or ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Lie on the mat with your arms extended straight up.

Kettlebells are a versatile, beginner-friendly modality that can make your core workouts more effective and varied, plus they’re fun! Remember: meet yourself where you’re at. Even adding just one or ...

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 ...

Has your core routine gotten stale? I know mine has. While crunches, Russian Twists, and planks are effective, after doing them a bunch, they might get a little, well, boring. Not to mention, there ...

The dead bug exercise may have a funny name, but it's a seriously effective move. The slow and controlled core strengthening exercise involves lying on your back and moving your arms and legs in a way ...

Tom Rauscher, 79, completes a series of four exercises every morning, including planks and V-ups. His morning workout routine focuses on core strength and balance. His tips for building a morning ...

A quick scan of any gym will show you: Abs exercises are one of the most popular ways people fill their workout time. That’s great—but many folks fall into the trap of prioritizing core workouts in ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Planks are better at building core strength because ...