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 ...

Ah, the plank. It may just be one of the most intimidating exercises. Anyone who has shook their way through one knows that the isometric exercise appears simple, but is anything but. To the contrary, ...

No matter your fitness level or the style of workout you're doing, a huge component of a proper training philosophy focuses on the core. The core is the foundation of movement, and without a strong ...

When it comes to ab workouts, there’s a nine out of 10 chance they will involve some sort of a plank. The move is a staple for good reason: They’re challenging and certainly bring the burn to your ...

(CNN) — Planks are widely considered by fitness experts to be a fantastic exercise to strengthen the muscles in your core and elsewhere, no matter your age or physical fitness level. There are ...