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

Strengthening your back helps align your spine and reduce slouching. Try these eight exercises for a stronger back.

Medically reviewed by Mallory Christopherson DC, FMT, CSCS Side planks trains your obliques with movements like twisting and rotating. Leg raises help strengthen your lower abs and hip flexors, but ...

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

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images As our lives become more sedentary, lower back pain is more common than ever ...

Build your core strength! This exercise will help you train your upper body; shape your abs, tone your arms, and strengthen ...

Build core strength after 50 with 5 bodyweight moves that train bracing and control, often faster than planks.

Back pain affects millions of people daily, often stemming from weak core muscles that fail to provide adequate spinal support. The interconnected muscle groups surrounding the torso work together to ...

Think about your last workout, you probably focused on those Instagram-worthy abs or burning calories, but there’s something way more important at stake: your spine health. Your core isn’t just about ...

Strengthen your core after 55 with 4 chair drills that train rotation, lower abs, and anti-rotation without floor strain.

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 ...