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.

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

A six-pack is one of the most sought-after fitness goals out there, but there's so much more to strengthening your core than looks alone. Bolstering your mid-body muscles can improve your balance, ...

Our spines are the scaffolding for the body, and unfortunately, proper posture has become a common casualty of our ...

Lie on your back with your knees bent. Place your feet hip-width apart and your arms by your sides. Press your heels into the ...

Your core connects your upper and lower body, playing a crucial role in your balance, posture, stability and blood flow. But you don't need endless sit-ups to strengthen your mid-body muscle, as this ...

Pregnancy does some pretty incredible things to your body, but for many women, it can also leave you feeling a little unfamiliar in your own skin afterward. One of the most common changes is diastasis ...

When most people think of a strong core or achieving abs, the first exercise that comes to mind is often sit-ups. While sit-ups have long been a go-to for strengthening the core, they're not always ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images As our lives become more sedentary, lower back pain is more common than ever ...

You may still have nightmares about having to do a certain number of pushups in gym class—or as a penalty for making a ...