To learn whether or not your upper-body strength level is where it should be—or needs a bit of a boost—we spoke with experts.

If the goal of your workout is to walk away with a chiseled six-pack, you’re missing the point. A strong core results in fewer injuries, better posture and balance and less back pain. To perform well ...

Medically reviewed by Katrina Carter, DPT Core exercises like crunches and planks help improve your balance and posture.Side inclines with a twist and teasers target your oblique muscles.Exhaling ...

Core-strengthening can look like a lot of things—even a yoga pose. These practices enhance stability, support, and the way you show up for go-to sport. For most of the 20 years that I’ve been a ...

Heel slides may look simple but, done properly, they’re a powerful way to build deep core control and hip stability ...

See and feel a difference in your core strength in just one month with this walking and bodyweight strength plan. Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to join the 31-day ...

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

Standing core workouts are a productive way to spruce up your training routine. They’re total time-savers that engage your upper and lower body at the same time and can be performed anywhere. Plus, ...