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

To learn whether or not your upper-body strength level is where it should be—or needs a bit of a boost—we spoke with experts.

The best core workouts strengthen this mid-body muscle, helping improve your posture, reduce the risk of injury, and develop the connection between your upper and lower body. Your core refers to the ...

After years as a self-professed Cardio Queen, actor Jennifer Aniston has relinquished the title to focus, instead, on an ...

While the plank is an excellent core exercise, several other options can strengthen your core. You can do these bodyweight exercises anywhere, and they don’t require equipment.

You don’t need to crank out endless situps or planks to train your core. In fact, some of the best core exercises don’t look like traditional abs movements at all. Think weighted carries and ...

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 ...

It’s estimated that 2 million people in the U.S. will experience a back injury this year. Many of these injuries are because of postures held for prolonged periods and workplace incidents. Many more ...

It’s no secret that a strong core is important. Sure, aesthetics might be part of the motivation (hello, six-pack), but core strength goes deeper than looks. Research consistently shows that training ...