Need another way to absolutely destroy your core? Grab a 45-pound plate, but don't plan to lift it up. Several of the most challenging core moves you can do involve that 45-pound plate (like this one) ...

Dr. Valerie Cholet is a Professor of Kinesiology. She earned her doctorate at Penn State University and has taught in higher education for over 20 years. Her areas of specialization include Exercise ...

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Core body strength is key for so many things; balance, posture and - a particularly popular one - building abs. The plank is probably the first move you think of when you want to do abdominal ...

As far as workouts go, planks are your bread and butter. Dependable and simple, this staple core exercise is accessible for beginners, challenging for advanced exercisers, and customizable in ...