The rumours are true: developing the rectus abdominis muscle (the technical name for the six-pack) can play a part in effective core training. But having washboard abs isn’t the be-all and end-all ...

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 ...

Why training the core is important not just for appearance and which core exercises are effective, according to two fitness experts at FITBOOK. Photo: Getty Image / MStudioImages Now you might be ...

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 ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Standing ab exercises ...

It’s no secret that a strong core is important. Sure, aesthetics might be part of the motivation (hello, six-pack), but core strength goes deeper than looks. Research consistently shows that training ...

A stronger, flatter midsection after 50 comes from movements that train your core to stabilize your entire body, not just flex your spine like old-school crunches. Standing drills create that ...