Core strength exercises for seniors, from trainer Michael Betts. Try 3 bed-position tests to see if your core is top-tier after 65.

A single isometric move can say more about your overall conditioning than an entire workout. The sustained plank hold has become a gold-standard test among U.S. trainers to measure core strength, ...

Not only is grip strength important for countless daily tasks, like opening jars and carrying groceries, but it’s a good measure of your overall strength The Cooper Test Aerobic fitness has been ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Dead bugs improve core stability and coordination by ...

It’s estimated that 2 million people in the U.S. will experience a back injury this year. Many of these injuries are because of postures held for prolonged periods and workplace incidents. Many more ...

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 ...