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

Sit on a mat with your knees bent and feet on the floor, holding the sides of your medicine ball in your hands. Engage your core and lean back slightly. Twist your torso to the left and tap the floor ...

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

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

You deserve a better ab workout than crunches. Strength training can help you build an athletic core. Equipment like a slam ball or medicine balls provides a more dynamic workout for gains. Stability ...

If you’re ready to progress your overhead press and try something more challenging, the farmer’s press could be a smart next ...

I asked fitness expert Dr. Femi Betiku to share more about the problems with a weak core for runners. A weak core means a ...

Many of us are motivated to do core exercises by the promise of a flatter, more toned stomach — but physical appearance is far from the most important reason to strengthen your midsection. Your core ...

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

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