From the diaphragm to the pelvic floor, scientists say improving your core strength can protect your spine and help you move ...

Our bodies move in various directions to perform tasks such as picking up a child, carrying luggage, or getting up and down ...

A strong core helps with posture, balance and stability, and can prevent and reduce back pain. To effectively strengthen your core you need to work the low back, glutes, pelvic floor and the ...

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, planks are a popular fitness move for a reason: they’re effective. This one move engages the entire body, especially the abs. Planks put the entire core muscle group to work, ...

“Lat pulldowns are one of the best exercises for strengthening your posterior chain muscles that help keep your torso upright ...

It’s estimated that 2 million people in the U.S. will experience a back injury this year. Many of these injuries are because of postures held for prolonged periods and workplace incidents. Many more ...

Find out how many sit-ups after 55 signal a strong, healthy core and use this 60-second test to track your strength over time.

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 ...

Discover four simple standing exercises that fight muscle loss after 60, build strength, and make everyday movements feel ...

Lie on right side, feet flexed and stacked on top of each other. Place left hand on ground in front of chest to stabilize the ...