Sit-ups can be a great way to strengthen your abdominal muscles that sit around your stomach. But they can quickly get repetitive and its easy to accidentally lose your form, so when boredom strikes, ...

An email prompted me to write about one of my favorite and most frequently done exercises in my workouts -- the crunch. The question asked was concerning when I like to do abs in my workouts -- in the ...

Crunches are a classic core-strengthening exercise. Whether you're a frequent gym-goer or a fan of home workouts, there's a good chance you've already come across them before. Considering that ...

Do you only have access to a weight bench, either in your home gym or at a commercial gym, and are looking to get in an effective full-body workout? It certainly is possible! As a personal trainer, ...

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our free Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram! Many people don’t use correct form when doing core ...

This exercise only targets the abdominal muscles, so it’s not a functional core workout. Crunches can be hard on your back and neck, and may not be safe for everyone. Share on Pinterest The crunch is ...

I'm not a huge fan of crunches. The move is easy to perform incorrectly and doing so puts a lot of strain on the neck. Another reason I don't love them is that if you're short on time, they aren't the ...