Sit-ups can be a great way to strengthen your abdominal muscles that sit around your stomach. But they can quickly get repetitive and its easy to accidentally lose your form, so when boredom strikes, ...

A new year equates to new fitness trends on the horizon to inspire us when it comes to working out, whether at the gym, at ...

Planks are hailed as one of the ultimate bodyweight exercises for building a strong, stable and sculpted core, but trust me, you don’t really need them. There’s a never-ending list of abs workouts ...

A simple yet powerful movement widely recommended by U.S. trainers to target the lower abs, improve core stability, and ...

While many workout regimens flame out as quickly as it took them to start trending, others stand the test of time. Exercises like tai chi, running, swimming, hiking and yoga, for instance, have been ...

They’re often lumped together as “ab exercises,” but crunches and situps aren’t the same thing — and choosing the right one can impact your results (and your spine). So, if your goal is stronger abs, ...

"'Get It Back Week' is all about giving our members the tools and motivation they need to prioritize themselves," said Tony Scrimale, CEO of CR Fitness Holdings. "It's a perfect way to recharge after ...

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Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...