Estrogen is an important hormone for maintaining muscle quality, with a big impact on tendon and joint elasticity, but it ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

I describe the core to my clients as the foundation of a house. You want the foundation to be strong so that you can add the walls and so on. If you don’t have a strong foundation (your core), the ...

I can't be the only one who finds it hard to roll out of bed every morning due to my back being sore. My mild scoliosis probably doesn't help, but the biggest contributor to my back pain is office ...

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 ...

This series of exercises focuses on important muscles in the legs and torso we use every day. No equipment (and very little space) necessary. Beginner workout Start with a few warm-up exercises, ...

For a program to be most effective, Washington recommends sticking to it for at least four to five weeks before changing it ...