Core exercises for stronger abs include crunches, teasers, planks, and body-weight squats. A strong core helps improve balance and posture.

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a trainer reveals her favorite exercise for a more defined waistline and strong core ...

The core plays a key role in our overall physical health and daily movement. Not only is this area of the body responsible for maintaining proper posture, stability and balance, but a strong core also ...

Start on your back with your arms straight above you, and your knees in a tabletop position. Engage your abs, then raise your ...

A weak core could increase your risk of lower-body injuries and keep athletes on the sidelines. Let’s explore the research.

Planks are effective but often dreaded and skipped. Here are the functional alternatives that target your deep abdominals and ...

Maintaining a strong, stable core is among the most common fitness recommendations given to everyone from athletes to people with chronic pain. Terms like "core exercise" and "core activation" get a ...

There are two kinds of people in this world: People who want to work their core and people who consider core exercises their worst nightmare. But regardless of which camp you fall into, if you are ...

Exhaust your abs with this highly functional core exercise. On the quest to get a six-pack, most people turn to traditional abs workouts like planks and crunches. But to really carve your core—and hit ...

A typical New Year’s resolution is to exercise more, although where to start can feel daunting. Some opt for a fitness class; others create a plan with a personal trainer or work out from home.

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 ...

Wake up your core with 5 gentle bed moves that firm the lower abs, boost circulation, and start your day stronger after 60.