Ready to ditch endless crunches and finally build a rock-solid core? Your core is a powerhouse encompassing all the muscles from your pelvis to your ribcage – abdominals, obliques, lower back, pelvic ...

Abs. What guy doesn’t want a chiseled core? Sure, your diet plays a massive role in getting shredded, but hitting both the showy six-pack muscles and the deeper stabilizers matters just as much. The ...

Do you ever feel as though you are too time crunched to squeeze in an effective workout, yet you want good core balance? You’re definitely not alone. Many exercise buffs, health enthusiasts, and ...

Some people work on their core because they’re hoping for a 6-pack or a flat tummy. But having a sturdy core provides you with much more than a toned look. A strong core — which includes the back, ...

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

Runners often forget about the power of the core for performance. This group of muscles—which spans from below your chest through your hips, taking up your entire torso—helps you transfer power ...

Think of your core as the transfer center for your runs. It pushes power from your upper body through your legs, while keeping you upright and stable through each step you take. You need all the ...

You've probably heard just how effective Pilates can be for core strength and definition. With this workout video, you can find out for yourself—and you only need six minutes. In the full Pilates x ...

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.

Confession: Despite my lengthy career as a fitness journalist and being well-versed in the health benefits of a strong core, I have not been consistent with training my abs for a while. (Hi, holidays ...