The best time to do it: Padilla recommends doing this exercise during regular strength training sessions, two to three times ...

“Core work” often gets lumped in with ab exercises, but for runners, the core does far more than help with sit-ups. These ...

It’s not about cranking out 100 crunches or setting a plank world record. Having a strong core is actually going to help improve your running and the bonus is, it can make you feel stronger in plenty ...

Runners often forget about the power of the core for performance. This group of muscles—which spans from below your chest through your hips, taking up your entire torso—helps you transfer power ...

I asked fitness expert Dr. Femi Betiku to share more about the problems with a weak core for runners. A weak core means a higher risk of low back pain. The post Expert explains why a weak core could ...

Yes, running more—provided you build up gradually over time—can make you a better runner, but it’s hardly the only piece of the puzzle. Strength training is a huge factor too: Adding it to your ...

This is a challenging calisthenics/run workout with active rest in the form of pushups. Do this as a fast 100-meter run (near ...

In fitness circles, core strength often receives verbal recognition while being practically neglected in daily routines. Despite understanding its importance for stability, injury prevention and ...

As a running novice currently training for a half marathon, consistent runs on a sensible timetable have helped my distances, times, and confidence improve. But it can sometimes feel like there's more ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. “Right to the core,” “core values,” and “hardcore.” These little idioms highlight just how vital the concept of “core” is in our lives ...

A PT shares the simple, under-30-minute sessions that help midlife runners build power, protect joints and boost pace ...