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11 Bodyweight Exercises That Strengthen Your Core Better Than Sit-Ups

The best bodyweight exercises targeting the core include functional, full-core training exercises like the dead bug, bird dog ...

Need a New Core Routine? These Are the Best Abs Exercises to Strengthen Your Six-Pack.

These 20 ab exercises and workouts will strengthen your core, whether your ultimate goal is building a six-pack or just ...

No, not sit-ups — try the runner's plank to strengthen your abs without hurting your lower back

The runner's plank is an alternative I use as a certified trainer when sit-ups aren't possible, and this is exactly how to do ...

The 10-Minute Chair Workout That Builds Total-Body Strength After 50

Get stronger after 50 with this 10-minute, 7-move chair workout for legs, core, and balance—no floor work required.

Harvard research: 3 daily core exercises to improve posture and prevent back pain

Discover the three exercises Harvard experts recommend for building a stronger, more stable core to prevent injury and improve daily movement.

This V-sit Shoulder Press Variation Will Torch Your Core and Shoulders

The v-sit shoulder press variation challenges you to maintain proper pressing position while also taxing your core to keep ...

Curious About Reformer Pilates? Start With These 10 Staple Exercises

The Pilates Reformer provides a low-impact workout that will lengthen and strengthen your entire body — and leave your core ...
Tom's Guide

Forget sit-ups — these are the best exercises to re-build your core after a baby

Workouts No, not kegels — this deep core routine will strengthen your abs and pelvic floor Workouts Goodbye crunches and sit-ups — these 3 exercises target your 'deep core' muscles to strengthen your ...
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Not keen on the plank? I tried the reverse exercise and my deep core muscles still thank me for it

Quick biology lesson: the posterior chain is the term for the network of muscles that run the entire back length of our body, ...

A trainer says to do this 10-minute workout instead of crunches if you want to build functional core strength

Crunches are beneficial if you’re trying to target just your abdominal muscles, but if you’re looking to build functional ...

6 Standing Exercises That Trim Belly Overhang Better Than Sit-Ups After 45

Ditch sit-ups. These 6 standing core moves firm your abs, boost balance, and help trim belly overhang after 45.