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Many lifters get the wrong idea regarding strengthening the core. They perform endless crunches or planks that leave them staring at the floor. While those exercises have their place, they often miss the core issue. A strong core isn’t just about the six-pack; it’s about stability and the...

Your inner thighs and obliques need some love, too. And yes, this was written with a straight face. It’s time to give those adductors and love handles some much-needed attention with the challenging Copenhagen Side Plank with Knee Tuck. This exercise isn’t just about a chiseled core—it’s about...

Here’s a little secret that not every coach may tell you: Trainers will program side planks for their clients but rarely do it themselves, and I’m living proof. Excuse me while I run and hide from all the coaches with pitchforks who want my head on a stake. Anyhow, when side planks are on the...

Many lifters need to work on building core strength the right way. They think all those fancy exercises on social media work wonders until they try them. Plus, some sit all working day with a rounded back and then put themselves through more flexion by crunching like a madman. But do you know...

Solidify your core strength and build sturdier obliques by adding these 3 side planking variations into your core workout routines. Read on to learn more. You probably guessed there was another one of these coming sometime in February. If you remember from my last article on the subject, I had...

The Army Combat Fitness Test is a new fitness test for Army personnel that will be implemented in October 2020. Do this program to pass it with flying colors. WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Split Training Level Beginner Program Duration8 weeks Days Per Week 6 Time Per...

If you find it tough to get out of the house during the holiday season, you may feel like using this as an excuse to skip training, but you can always keep fit from home with this intense “12 Days of Christmas Workout,” a circuit that is sure to burn off some of that Christmas excess and keep...

Whether your goal is a flat stomach or a chiseled 6-pack, core exercises should always be part of your training plan. Training your core goes beyond the aesthetic value of how your midsection looks. A strong core provides support during your training sessions, improves your posture, and helps...

Mediocre core workouts produce mediocre core strength and abdominal development. What defines a “mediocre” core workout? Some situps, some crunches, maybe a basic plank, then calling it a day could be considered less than an all-out workout. Those guys you see doing the “human flag” — they’re...

The abdominal plank is a staple in plenty of fitness regimens, but it's safe to say most people aren't exactly thrilled when a trainer calls for it during bootcamp class. Just a minute or two of planking will get the average gym goer's core feeling like it's on fire, so it's impossible to...

You don’t need a gym membership or a home gym to stay in shape—not even a set of dumbbells. Don’t believe it? Autumn Calabrese is here to show you that your body weight is just as good as any piece of fitness gear when it comes to toning up and building strength. Take a look at the video above...

Fitness and yoga enthusiast Dana Glowacka just held an abdominal plank for 4 hours and 20 minutes. Her hours-long hold, which took place at the International Plank Marathon in Naperville, IL, unofficially broke the Guinness World Record for "Longest Female Abdominal Plank." If the sound of...