Think endless sit-ups are the secret to toned abs? Top trainers say you’re wasting your time — and there’s a smarter way to build real core strength.

Lately, my core routine has felt staler than week-old sourdough bread. Sure, classic moves like crunches, Russian twists, and planks are great (and effective!), but in order to reap the gains of ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You don’t need to crank out endless situps or planks to train your core. In fact, some of the best core exercises don’t look like ...

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The core never gets enough credit for the work it does on the run. But without a stable center, you’d not only run with hunched-over posture, low back aches, or knee pain, but you’d also waste a ton ...

Try it as a standalone core workout, or at the end of a lift as a finisher.

While everyone likes the look of a sculpted midriff, strong abs are also about supporting your spine, improving posture, and protecting your lower back. The key isn’t endless crunches, but ...

Crunches aren’t the only way to strengthen your core: As this Pilates abs workout shows, you can work that all-important center of your body with a whole bunch of more functional moves. The next ...

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Core strength exercises for seniors, from trainer Michael Betts. Try 3 bed-position tests to see if your core is top-tier after 65.