I’m a personal trainer who works with seniors: These are the 4 core exercises I wish everyone would do before they turn 60

As a certified personal trainer, I always notice how our fitness goals can change as we get older. Many of my younger clients ...

Not planks or sit-ups - this practical exercise is an underrated way to build core strength

A PT explains how one of the simplest moves in the book not only strengthens your core, but could help you live a longer, healthier life too ...
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The most important core muscles are the ones you can't see. Here's how to strengthen them

When you think of a strong core, the image of six-pack abs likely comes to mind. But you may be surprised to learn that the most important core muscles are actually those you can’t see with the naked ...
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Obliques: The overlooked core muscles that support your spine, posture and balance

Editor’s note: 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 ...
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9 Core Exercises That Aren’t Crunches

Your core is, quite literally, at the center of everything you do. It’s what powers your paddle strokes, allows you to reach for a climbing hold, and makes hoisting a heavy pack and carrying it over ...

If You Can Hold These 3 Bed Positions After 65, Your Core Is Top-Tier

Core strength exercises for seniors, from trainer Michael Betts. Try 3 bed-position tests to see if your core is top-tier after 65.
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All you need to target the deep core muscles is four moves and a resistance band, says this certified personal trainer

Most people know where the abs are in the body—sometimes known as the six-pack muscles—but few are so familiar with the deep core. These are the deepest layer of abdominal muscles and are sometimes ...

Why I Stopped Doing Sit-Ups and Started Doing These Core Exercises Instead

Exercises like dead bugs help lengthen and strengthen the hip flexors in a controlled position, which improves form and can help offset the effects of sitting too much, adds Dickinson. Lie faceup, ...

Want to get stronger? Start with these 6 muscle-building exercises

If you're curious about starting a resistance training routine and not sure where to begin, start with these ...
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5 Core Exercises That Also Strengthen the Pelvic Floor

Learn how to effectively strengthen your pelvic floor with targeted core exercises. Physical therapists share moves to ...
Women's Health

13 of the best core exercises

What do you picture when you hear someone say 'core exercise'? Likely, you imagine the someone non-stop crunches or a plank being held for days on end. Sounds kind of dull, right? Well, if you're ...
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Diastasis Recti Exercises: Strengthen Your Core Safely After Pregnancy And Beyond

Pregnancy does some pretty incredible things to your body, but for many women, it can also leave you feeling a little unfamiliar in your own skin afterward. One of the most common changes is diastasis ...