Lower the non-weighted hand toward the floor, aiming for the shin or ankle. Maintain the kettlebell in a steady overhead ...

The dead bug exercise may have a funny name, but it's a seriously effective move. The slow and controlled core strengthening exercise involves lying on your back and moving your arms and legs in a way ...

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 ...

When we think of core exercises, dreaded planks may instantly come to mind. The thing with planks, as good as they are, is that they recruit lots of muscles at once and if performed incorrectly can ...

Uncover the best core gym workouts for beginners and try out this eight-move routine next time you’re in the gym. But why exactly would you want to work on your core and balance? Well, both are ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? So, here it is: an effective (and quick!) core workout for women looking for ...

These beginner-friendly kettlebell core exercises are more effective than crunches and situps at toning the abdominals and ...

The kolar dead bug is a variation of the traditional dead bug and helps you integrate proper ab function and breathing for a stable core. You know what they say: A strong core is essential to optimal ...

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: when building a strong core, sit-ups aren’t always the best option. Not only can regular sit-ups and crunches put strain on your lower back, you’re only ...

Seasonal changes have historically motivated exercisers to engage in behavior change. The first spring thaw is often an inflection point, and the crisp fall mornings present a fantastic opportunity as ...

When most people think of core exercises, they think crunches and sit-ups – possibly because the tactical professions have used them for decades. But given recent changes in military testing, the next ...

Need a dose of midweek fitness motivation? Head straight to Soha Ali Khan's Instagram. The actress just dropped a video from her gym session, and it is too good to miss. In the clip, Soha is all about ...