You probably know that strengthening your core is important, but do you know how to activate your core properly? Find out.

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 ...

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, ...

Muscle activation is all about preparing your body for exercise, and safely making the most out of every movement. Here’s what you need to know. Muscle activation is about “waking up” your muscles, ...

Do you do regular ab workouts, but fail to see results? Are you struggling with low back pain? What about poor posture? Well, the most likely cause of all three of these problems is not knowing how to ...

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 ...

A typical New Year’s resolution is to exercise more, although where to start can feel daunting. Some opt for a fitness class; others create a plan with a personal trainer or work out from home.

In the second of a five-part series, Dana Santas shows how building strength in the side abdominal muscles can improve stability in movement and reduce low back pain.

These deep core exercises will target the most important, but often neglected, part of your midsection to reduce back pain and improve posture. Instead, learn which muscles make up the deep core and ...

Sit-ups and crunches are two of the most well-known abdominal exercises and often have a permanent place in workout plans.