But that's not a pass to skip those crunches and planks. “It is important to train the core because that is your center for balance,” Butler says. “Plus, a strong core can help reduce back pain.” Not sure exactly how to hit t…

And while you’ll get some results, you’ll need extra intensity and new angles to target your core for a complete ab workout — that’s where dumbbells come in. With these exercises, you’ll not only hammer your core, but you’ll also…

I like trying out new ways to train my core and that is how I stumbled upon dumbbell ab workouts. I did dumbbell side bend before (and kettlebell ones), but I had not thought there are so many activities I can do with this fitnes…

Ah the six-pack. The goal of most every fitness enthusiast. A tight, lean, shredded stomach not only looks great, but also feels great and builds more confidence. Let's face it, a chiseled midsection is something we all striv…

Getting a six-pack might seem like a daunting process, but with the right diet and workout routine, you may be able to get one in a month. The key is doing exercises that work out your abs and core, as well as reducing …

In order to trim your waist and make it perfect, there is no other way but exercise. However, knowing which exact exercises are essential for this part of the body is most important. In order to lose the belly pooch, you don’t…

Athletes of all sports—from baseball to football to hockey—base their physical training on improving the strength of their core using compound movements. That’s great for pro athletes, but what about guys who just want to get a r…

Want to look like Cristiano Ronaldo this summer? We asked some of the country's best trainers to share their favorite abs exercises to get there. The recipe for six-pack abs isn’t all that complicated: Crank …

There are plenty of reasons to strengthen your stomach, besides looking good on the beach (though that’s not a bad bonus). A strong core, which includes the abs, lower back, obliques, and psoas muscles, helps stabilize …