The curl-up is part of spine expert Stuart McGill’s 'Big Three', shown in research to increase core endurance without ...

These days, most people understand the importance of basic core strengthening, but functional core workouts are essential for building a resilient body that can handle everything from carrying heavy ...

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A strong core is the gateway to a healthy moving body with less aches and pains. But not all core exercises are ‘easy’. Take the plank for example, which requires strength in your upper body, lower ...

Crunches can have their place in your ab training, but if you want to build functional core strength, there are far more dynamic moves out there that can help. A weak core can wreak havoc on your body ...

The best core exercises don't necessarily require you to get on the floor. These seven standing variations are sure to ...

Physical health isn't just about running faster or lifting heavier – it's about building movement that supports you for life. Functional exercises train your body to handle the demands of daily ...

Functional training is all about exercises that mimic the movements you perform in daily life. “Think along the lines of squatting down to pick up your shopping bags, reaching up to grab something ...

A strong body isn’t built only for the gym. These functional strength training exercises will make your day-to-day movement much easier. There are certain words used in the fitness world that you ...

If there’s one thing I really need to work on, it’s my core strength. Three children combined with a hefty dose of perimenopause have delightfully combined to form a core that is less than solid – and ...