You'll need more than just crunches to build a strong, functional core. Try these moves to upgrade your workouts.

Skip crunches. These five chair exercises target abs and obliques to tighten belly overhang and support your back after 50.

A strong core is key to performing everyday activities safely and effectively — and it's more than just your abdominals.

Instructions: Choose three to four exercises below. Set a timer for 45 seconds. Perform as many reps as possible in that time ...

Build a lean, strong core with five bodyweight routines for power, balance, and endurance. No equipment. In 10 to 15 minutes.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Nico Gonzalez Uncover the best core gym workouts for beginners and try out this ...

Our core is one of our most important sections of our body for keeping the rest of our body functioning well. That being said, it can be the easiest and the hardest area to work. Easiest because ...

Burn belly fat faster with six standing moves that boost metabolism, build muscle, and protect joints after 45.

Planks are a go-to core exercise and help strengthen your entire midsection. Start on all fours on the floor. Move from your ...

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This exercise helps you work on your core, shoulders, and upper body muscles, which are essential for swimming well. By making these muscles stronger, swimmers can maintain better posture and ...

Many people have become more sedentary in recent times with lockdowns and working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re moving less, this may have impacted your core strength. Or, you may ...