When you think of a strong core, the image of six-pack abs likely comes to mind. But you may be surprised to learn that the most important core muscles are actually those you can’t see with the naked ...

From not treating your rectum as a storage facility to lifting weights, experts offer advice on how to maintain a healthy pelvic floor for longer ...

Most people train their core with good intentions but poor results. Endless crunches, rushed planks, and random workouts ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images When you don’t have hours each week to train, you need to be smart in your ...

Planks are one of the most effective exercises for strengthening your midsection, as they target all of your major core muscles: the transverse abdominis, rectus abdominis, external obliques and ...

Hernias can result when day-to-day actions weaken abdominal muscles, over time. Understanding these daily actions is critical to protecting the abdominal wall and avoiding hernia-related consequences.

As we age, lingering aches, stiffness, and chronic pain quickly catch up and make everyday tasks feel a little more taxing.

Bed exercises to flatten belly overhang after 55, from CSCS Jarrod Nobbe. Try 5 core moves that feel joint-friendly.

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, Jan. 20, 2026 (HealthDay News) — AI can predict a person’s risk of a fall ...

That stubborn belly fat isn’t harmless. Doctors explain how it weakens abdominal muscles, increasing the risk of hernia. Follow these tips to reduce belly fat.

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 ...