You can use a barbell in the usual way, but what if there were a technique that could switch things up? That’s where the ...

The path to a stronger core and toned body doesn’t always require gym equipment or floor exercises. Standing workouts offer a practical and effective approach to fitness that can be performed anywhere ...

You don’t need a stairclimber or weights for this five-move lower-body workout, just a set of stairs and your body weight. There are plenty of benefits of climbing, like building stronger quads, ...

Tom Koehler's Routine for Explosive Power and Core StrengthMiami pitcher Tom Koehler performs a five-exercise series during an off-season workout to develop the explosive power and core stability he ...

A few weeks ago I found myself in a bit of a huff and ranting to a colleague, as my deadlift progress had come to a sudden halt and my lower back was in pain. His blunt response: “Your core clearly ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Side planks trains your ...

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, ...

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 ...