The idea of firming up your middle may seem daunting, particularly if you don't have 20 minutes to dedicate solely to strength training. But cranking out 30 crunches after a run or HIIT workout isn't ...

Sit-ups can be a great way to strengthen your abdominal muscles that sit around your stomach. But they can quickly get repetitive and its easy to accidentally lose your form, so when boredom strikes, ...

This exercise only targets the abdominal muscles, so it’s not a functional core workout. Crunches can be hard on your back and neck, and may not be safe for everyone. Share on Pinterest The crunch is ...

They’re often lumped together as “ab exercises,” but crunches and situps aren’t the same thing — and choosing the right one can impact your results (and your spine). So, if your goal is stronger abs, ...

Celebrity trainer Erin Oprea loves to turn fitness “into a game or into a party,” the Nashville-based trainer to Carrie Underwood, Kacey Musgraves, Kelsea Ballerini, and Jana Kramer, among others, ...

I'm not a huge fan of crunches. The move is easy to perform incorrectly and doing so puts a lot of strain on the neck. Another reason I don't love them is that if you're short on time, they aren't the ...

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 ...