"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The idea of stepping on an unstable board might be scary, but trust us, it actually has so many benefits.

Stand on one edge of the board, pushing the underside down to the floor. Step onto the other edge of the board with your ...

As a doctor of physical therapy, Dr. Betiku understands the importance of core strength and stability, so we asked him to ...

Balance boards might sound like a children's toy, but these wobbly little pieces of fitness kit could in fact be the key to improving your core strength (by engaging your muscles as you try and stay ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “engage your core” at least once in your life, even if you’ve never seen an exercise program, read a fitness magazine, or set foot in a gym. Sometimes it’s gently ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Nico Gonzalez Uncover the best core gym workouts for beginners and try out this ...

Exercises such as bridges, crunches, and planks engage the various core muscles. Working these muscles can improve a person’s mobility, spinal and trunk stability and support daily activity. Whether ...