When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images It’s no secret that Pilates is one of the best types of training out there ...

The transverse abdominis is one of the most important muscles contributing to core strength. It’s the deepest layer of the ...

Start on all fours. Extend your right arm in front of you and your left leg behind, actively reaching in opposite directions.

Engaging your transverse abdominis strengthens the core, flattens the belly, and enhances stability, reducing back pain and injury risk. Simple, at-home exercises like bird dogs and planks can help ...

Katrina Carter, DPT, FNS, is a licensed travel physical therapist. She specializes in orthopedics and has a passion for providing education on nutrition for healing and overall health and wellness.

Better posture. Weak upper abs often result in poor posture and spinal misalignment, but by targeting these muscles, you can ...

It can be hard to carve out time in your busy schedule for strength training, especially if you’re a newbie and it feels overwhelming to get started—or you don’t even know where to start. That’s why ...

Whether you are new to fitness or you have stopped seeing results from your current exercise routine, getting back to the basics can make all the difference. Many of us get caught up in fitness trends ...

If you're new to strength training and your New Year's resolution is to build a strong upper body complete with capped shoulders, a broad back, and three-dimensional biceps and triceps for sculpted ...

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 ...

If rolling out a yoga mat and getting down on the floor is a no-go, try these four exercises for the lower body and core on ...