For a strong and stable core, I recommend that my clients do Pilates exercises. I myself used Pilates to cure my chronic back pain, and eventually became a certified Pilates instructor. I had tried ...

(CNN) — 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 ...

Since I started exclusively working out at home three years ago, my collection of fitness equipment has grown to include ankle weights, dumbbells, jump ropes and kettlebells. One of my more recent ...

Ab exercises tend to conjure up images of endless sit-ups, leg lifts on a mat and planks. While these movements have their place, standing ab exercises work your core muscles more closely to how they ...

The times we live in are a lot. It can be all too easy to throw your hands up and just veg out on the couch — all the while knowing you’ll be sore afterward. You can turn that couch, however, into ...

(CNN) — 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 ...

With spring still nearly a month away, the continued wintry weather and shorter days with less sunlight could be taking a toll on your motivation to get out and exercise. Understandably, you may be ...

Pilates core exercises are fantastic for developing a strong and stable core. They not only work the superficial muscles (think: six-pack abs), but also the deep stabilizing muscles, which can lead to ...