The curl-up is part of spine expert Stuart McGill’s 'Big Three', shown in research to increase core endurance without ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images As our lives become more sedentary, lower back pain is more common than ever ...

The four main muscles of the deep core—transverse abdominis, multifidus, pelvic floor and the diaphragm—work together to keep ...

Strengthening your back helps align your spine and reduce slouching. Try these eight exercises for a stronger back.

Build core strength after 50 with 5 bodyweight moves that train bracing and control, often faster than planks.

Strengthen your core after 55 with 4 chair drills that train rotation, lower abs, and anti-rotation without floor strain.

A strong core helps with posture, balance and stability, and can prevent and reduce back pain. To effectively strengthen your core you need to work the low back, glutes, pelvic floor and the ...

The best core exercises don't necessarily require you to get on the floor. These seven standing variations are sure to ...

These deep core exercises will target the most important, but often neglected, part of your midsection to reduce back pain and improve posture. Instead, learn which muscles make up the deep core and ...

Anyone who has ever experienced it knows back pain is far from fun—and often debilitating. As Pamela Paley, a NASM exercise specialist and master teacher for Club Pilates says, "Back pain can cause ...

Building core muscle strength can also help, Dr. Botros says. “It's important to also recognize where there's unequal ...

LAKELAND, Fla. — Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Báez worked on his swing and his defense throughout the offseason, but he also focused on strengthening his lower back and core muscles. Báez is on the ...