Work that core! How many times have you heard about the importance of doing that? Read on and discover four ways to add core work without spending all of your time doing standard core exercises. Then put these ideas into action for stronger, tighter core muscles.
How strong are your core muscles? Having a strong core has multiple benefits for sports performance and for functional movements. This article identifies signs that core muscles are weak and makes suggestions for strengthening them.
What type of exercises do you do to strengthen your core? Some core exercises only work a single muscle group, like crunches. Others are integrative exercises that incorporate muscles in your proximal and distal trunk into the movement. Is one better than the other for building core strength? Find out what research shows.
Does your abdominal workout consist of endless crunches and crunch variations? For most people, that’s not enough to get abdominal definition. This article discusses the importance of taking a balanced approach to abdominal training and what this involves.
Flat abs – is it on your wish list? Some people have more difficulty getting their abdominals completely flat than others. Here are six factors that could be making it harder to get the abdominals you want and what you can do about them.
Looking for a way to add a new dimension to your workout? Grab a medicine ball! Find out how working out with a medicine ball can make your workout more challenging and more fun and what benefits you can expect.
Are you bothered by a lower abdominal “pooch” that just won’t go away? To deal with this problem, some women do exercises to target their lower abdominals and are surprised when they don’t see results. Find out whether it’s possible to target the lower abdominal muscles through exercise and a better approach for dealing with lower abs that aren’t as firm as you’d like them to be.
