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 ...

I describe the core to my clients as the foundation of a house. You want the foundation to be strong so that you can add the walls and so on. If you don’t have a strong foundation (your core), the ...

This series of exercises focuses on important muscles in the legs and torso we use every day. No equipment (and very little space) necessary. By Jenny Marder A good strength workout should check a lot ...

Kettlebells are a versatile, beginner-friendly modality that can make your core workouts more effective and varied, plus they’re fun! Remember: meet yourself where you’re at. Even adding just one or ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images I can't be the only one who finds it hard to roll out of bed every morning ...

Sit on an exercise mat and engage your core. Lean backward to create a V-shape position. If you want to, lift your feet away from the ground and either bend your knees or straighten your legs. Engage ...

Case in point: You rely on your core muscles to carry you through the miles. And research shows that core strength training can improve the force you put into your steps, your overall energy transfer, ...

A simple, beginner-friendly workout using just push-ups and lunges to build full-body strength at home, in a hotel or ...