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 ...

Working on your core strength can transform how your body moves. That's because the core is involved in almost every movement our body makes, whether that's sitting and standing, or doing exercises ...

Kettlebells are a versatile, beginner-friendly modality that can make your core workouts more effective and varied, plus they’re fun! Remember: meet yourself where you’re at. Even adding just one or ...

Stepping into the gym for the first time is a nerve-wracking experience, but stepping into the gym for the first time and having no idea what to do is even more daunting. That’s why we’ve called upon ...

Pilates is well-known for its core-strengthening benefits as the movements are primarily designed to target these muscles and (despite sample sizes often being small), studies show this too. One study ...

These are the top exercises you should be doing if you're new to exercise. It's no secret that getting enough exercise is vital for both your physical and mental health, but it can be difficult to get ...

A solid diet builds a strong foundation for good health. Fancy pills are unnecessary when beginning strength work. Instead, choose meals made at home that include plenty of protein, add fruits and ...

Medicine balls are one of the most versatile tools in modern training, widely used by athletes, travelers, and Hollywood ...

It’s also a widely accessible form of training, requiring very little in the way of space, equipment or fitness. You can get started from your living room with absolutely no experience. One thing to ...

If you’ve ever held a plank, paused at the bottom of a squat or pressed your palms together in front of your chest, you’ve done an isometric exercise. Ta-da! These holds might look simple — after all, ...