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 ...

SO YOU'VE DECIDED it's time to get in shape and start lifting weights. That's great—taking the first step and making a choice to start a new routine is the only way you can make a change. How exactly ...

If you’re looking for ways to improve your strength, a kettlebell offers a smart solution. You can use this versatile piece of gym equipment to upgrade any exercise ...

The weight room at the gym can be an intimidating place. The equipment looks like it could crush you if you use it wrong. People grunt as they haul heavy things up and down. And why don’t these ...

Workouts you can do anywhere are a game changer. A trendy, well-stocked gym is nice and all, but lifting weights isn't the only way to build strength, improve your flexibility, and master new skills.

In a recent article, strength training in your late 50s and early 60s, we discussed the benefits of strength training (at any age) and how to get started if you are new to training. While the title ...

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

If you’ve vowed to start strength training but can’t seem to make a routine stick, you’re not alone. Nathaniel Serrurier, CSCS, a personal trainer at Columbia University’s RunLab, finds that many ...

One 2019 study, published in PLoS One, found that an eight-week core training program improved balance and core endurance (which you need to maintain posture through long miles) in the 21 college ...