For overall health, it's important to focus on exercises that work the entire core: the muscles along the spine, pelvis and sides of the torso. These include the abs and obliques, but also the glutes, ...

This was startling to hear. If an adverse health event is dramatic enough, like cancer, our muscles can carry the effects of ...

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.

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

From the diaphragm to the pelvic floor, scientists say improving your core strength can protect your spine and help you move with ease into older age. Exercises like the plank train the body’s full ...

You’re probably familiar with the abs muscles—the ones you see poppin' on celebs like J.Lo or Halle Berry, but there’s way more to core strength than those visible six-pack muscles. Behind the scenes, ...

To get your abs to pop, you need to lose body fat and strengthen your abdominal muscles. While doing crunches and situps may ...

When most people think of core exercises, they think crunches and sit-ups – possibly because the tactical professions have used them for decades. But given recent changes in military testing, the next ...

A strong upper body truly makes everyday life a breeze. Consider this: By regularly performing upper-body exercises, carrying an overflowing laundry basket up the stairs or moving your fave armchair ...

It’s time to show these overlooked muscles more love. Credit...Gritchelle Fallesgon for The New York Times Supported by By Danielle Friedman The author has done regular pelvic floor exercises and ...

Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back ...