When most people think of a strong core or achieving abs, the first exercise that comes to mind is often sit-ups. While sit-ups have long been a go-to for strengthening the core, they're not always ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

Core exercises like crunches and planks help improve your balance and posture. Side inclines with a twist and teasers target your oblique muscles. Exhaling deeply with every breath and moving from ...

I’ve been training my dad ever since COVID-19 hit, and I’ve seen significant improvements in his strength and mobility, including a notable boost to his balance and core strength. It’s one of my ...

Core strength testing has come a long way from the straight-legged, twisting sit-ups used before World War II. We've moved on to bent-knee sit-ups, to crunches and now to the plank pose or hanging ...