I asked fitness expert Dr. Femi Betiku to share more about the problems with a weak core for runners. A weak core means a ...

Aim for a 45–90 second plank after 50. Learn how to test safely, spot form red flags, and build real core endurance.

Even if you're a fan of classic core exercises like planks, crunches, and sit-ups, there comes a point where you’ll need to add more complexity and variety to keep progressing. For a women’s core ...

Some people work on their core because they’re hoping for a 6-pack or a flat tummy. But having a sturdy core provides you with much more than a toned look. A strong core — which includes the back, ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “engage your core” at least once in your life, even if you’ve never seen an exercise program, read a fitness magazine, or set foot in a gym. Sometimes it’s gently ...

AB TRAINING SHOULD be more than just an afterthought for the last 10 minutes of your workout routine. The majority of your favorite strength training exercises—from deadlifts and squats to rows and ...

The “core” refers to the main muscles in the trunk of the body. They help protect the spine, provide stability, and increase strength. Strengthening the core muscles can improve athletic performance, ...