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 ...

Most people train their core with good intentions but poor results. Endless crunches, rushed planks, and random workouts ...

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 ...

Step your right leg out to the side, then the left, so that they are hip-width apart. Push your hips back and bend your knees ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images I can't be the only one who finds it hard to roll out of bed every morning ...

We're kicking off our six-part beginner mat pilates challenge with a core building workout, lead by our instructors Emilie Battle and Zachary Bergfelt. Complete with foundational core movements, this ...

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

Once you've decided that you're ready to start a new fitness routine, the next challenge is mastering some beginner workout moves. And all of that can feel pretty intimidating. "While getting into a ...

How many times have you clicked the link for a “beginner” workout video to try at home, or signed up for a beginner class, only to feel completely overwhelmed? It can be hard not to wonder, Has the ...

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