Move over traditional lifting; this single underrated compound exercise targets your core, back, and shoulders simultaneously ...

Just for fun, Vic Morales and his kids started doing planks together on the living room floor to see who could hold them the longest. But it wasn't long before Morales, a long-distance runner, ...

2-in-1 workouts are a fantastic way to maximize your exercise routine by targeting multiple muscle groups simultaneously. These efficient workouts save time while delivering impressive results, making ...

At-home back-strengthening workouts, like planks and bridges, use your body weight to build muscle. Strengthening your back not only improves posture but also prevents or eases common back pain. Do ...

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, planks are a popular fitness move for a reason: they’re effective. This one move engages the entire body, especially the abs. Planks put the entire core muscle group to work, ...

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Back pain usually comes from compression of the spine, according to physical therapist Dr. Casey Coleman. He said exercises that strengthen muscles supporting the back can help decompress the spine.

While the plank is an excellent core exercise, several other options can strengthen your core. You can do these bodyweight exercises anywhere, and they don’t require equipment.

When you're at the gym, there is no need to work on only one body part. Multitasking moves not only save time, they also challenge the body in new ways. Add some rowing action to your plank to target ...

‘In your 20s and 30s, being able to plank for 45-60 seconds is a solid marker of good core endurance,’ says PT Joseph Webb, ...

Aim for a 45–90 second plank after 50. Learn how to test safely, spot form red flags, and build real core endurance.