I often assume that a workout is only effective if it leaves me sweaty and breathless. But recently, I've been experimenting with Pilates routines that encourage slow, intentional movement—and I've ...

Activate your core and glutes with this powerful yoga workout, designed for women over 50 and perfect for all levels! Whether you're a beginner or looking to take your fitness to the next level, this ...

Seated exercises for belly fat after 60, backed by an adaptive-movement expert, to flatten your midsection without crunches.

The advice is common — and vague. Here’s how to do it properly. By Hilary Achauer When I began weight lifting in my late 30s, my coaches often gave me a somewhat baffling cue. “Engage your core,” they ...

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 ...

Bed exercises for core strength after 50, with expert guidance, to test endurance and stability in one no-rest circuit.

When you think about strengthening your core, the first thing that probably comes to mind is your six-pack, or rectus abdonimis muscles. We get it—no one is arguing that six-packs look great—but there ...

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, ...

Your core muscles, including your abdominals (abs), pelvic floor, erector spinae, and diaphragm, help you maintain your posture by stabilizing your torso. However, many people have weak core muscles, ...

One core exercise in particular has serious reverse-aging benefits. Although it might get the same attention as situps or planks, George Koutsouvanos, PT, MPT of ATI Physical Therapy, says bird dogs ...

(CNN) — If you want a resilient core, strengthening your six-pack is just the start. Your obliques — the muscles that run along the sides of your waist — may not get the same attention as your ...