If it’s not enough that steeplechase champion Emma Coburn incorporates core activation exercises into her warmup routine, maybe we can convince you. It’s no secret that core workouts promote better ...

Runners often forget about the power of the core for performance. This group of muscles—which spans from below your chest through your hips, taking up your entire torso—helps you transfer power ...

Core workouts for runners are more than just a once in a while workout program; it’s movements that can improve running performance and also reduce the risk of injuries. Core workouts help stabilize ...

You only need 10 minutes to build strength in your core and glutes with this short Pilates workout.

When I first started running, I thought a solid core workout looked like blasting through some crunches and sit-ups and then checking for any signs of visible ab definition. It turns out I had core ...

Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet hip-width apart. Gently engage your core, then tilt your pelvis back and press ...

Kettlebells are a versatile, beginner-friendly modality that can make your core workouts more effective and varied, plus they’re fun! Remember: meet yourself where you’re at. Even adding just one or ...

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 ...