Our bodies move in various directions to perform tasks such as picking up a child, carrying luggage, or getting up and down ...

The test is to maintain the hold with strong form and without dropping your hips for 20 seconds (beginner), 30 (intermediate) ...

When you go to the gym, you may hit the elliptical for 10 to 20 minutes, perform a strength routine near the barbell rack, do a few reps of Russian twists and crunches on a mat, and call it a day. As ...

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, ...

Ever see an exercise described as an “abs exercise” in one place only to find the same exact movement categorized as a “core exercise” elsewhere? The two terms are often used interchangeably by the ...

The many variations of the farmer’s walk can be easily added to your workout plan on upper-body days, lower-body days or days that focus on core, grip strength and cardio. The farmer’s walk is the ...

Over the past 25 years, I’ve witnessed fitness evolve, from program-centered routines to approaches that prioritize individuality. This critical shift has not only shaped my career but also my ...

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They might look like simple plastic discs, but core sliders are one of the most underrated tools in fitness and they’re finally getting their moment in the spotlight. Whether you call them gliders, ...