Forget burpees — I use this exercise as a low-impact alternative that allows me to focus on hamstring flexibility and shoulder stability

I write about fitness for a living, but if there’s one move I can’t stand, it’s burpees. Sure, it’s a powerhouse move that ...

No crunches or planks — I use this dynamic Pilates exercise to build deep core strength, while also working on my shoulder and hip mobility

Move over crunches, there’s a Pilates exercise that gets far more rewards in the same amount of time. I’m a fitness editor ...

You don’t need sit-ups—try this 5-minute core workout instead

A strong core improves posture and stability. Try this bodyweight plank routine at home. It only takes five minutes.
digitalmarketreports

Plankpad Announces Interactive Core Training Innovation for 2026

Plankpad, a German-based fitness technology company, announces the continued development and broader availability of its interactive core training system, designed to address one of the most ...
Runner's World

‘Why I stopped doing sit-ups and started doing these 5 simple core exercises instead’

When I first started running, I thought that a solid core workout involved blasting through some crunches and sit-ups, then checking for any signs of visible ab definition. It turns out that I had ...
The Daily Free Press

The best — and worst — exercise classes across Boston

As someone who’s lived in the Boston area for my entire life, I’ve tried many local group fitness classes through ClassPass, a subscription that allows you to sign up for exercise classes at ...
Everyday Health

5 Core Exercises That Also Strengthen the Pelvic Floor

Your pelvic floor muscles need to be strengthened just like any other muscles in your body. And some core exercises engage the pelvic floor muscles, too. Your pelvic floor is a group of muscles at the ...
CNN

Need comfort and convenience? These are the best slip-on exercise shoes, according to experts

If you’re like me, you get tired of constantly bending over to tie your shoe laces on your favorite kicks before heading out the door. So, in my ongoing quest to find footwear that’s both comfortable ...
Tom's Guide

'I’m a Pilates instructor, and I recommend these 5 core exercises to help older clients build strength and improve posture'

Fitness ‘I’m a Pilates teacher and these are the 6 core exercises I truly love and recommend for all ages and all levels’ Workouts A Pilates instructor recommends this 3-move 'deep core' workout to ...