Don’t isolate your abs—integrate them with the rest of your body for a more effective, efficient, functional core workout!

Tone your core and slim your waist with these 7 simple, effective at-home exercises designed for women. No gym required—just consistency and dedication. From standing twists to leg raises, these moves ...

8. Standing bicycle crunches Stand straight by placing both your hands behind your head and legs aligned with the hip width. Lift one knee in an upward direction till your chest and twist the opposite ...

Physiotherapist shares five back exercises for ages 55+ to reduce pain and build flexibility, plus modifications for all levels.

The simplest way to increase the difficulty of sit-ups is to add some weight. You can add a dumbbell, kettlebell or sandbag.

The single-leg crunch-and-twist pattern also challenges coordination. How to do it: Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and arms resting alongside your hips, palms facing down.

Reverse crunch to leg lifts target the lower abs, an area that often gets neglected. It combines two effective core exercises into one seamless flow. Reverse crunches lift and tighten the lower belly ...

2. Standing side crunches: " Similar to the standing crunch, this movement strengthens the standing leg, helps with balance and improves hip mobility—but this time you're targeting the obliques." ...

Reverse crunches target the lower abs and tone the lower belly pooch by working the rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis and obliques without neck or back pain.

Move through the center to perform the crunch on the opposite side, bringing your left knee to your right elbow and straightening the right leg. Continue alternating legs.

If you hate crunches with a passion, and the idea of doing sit-ups fills you with dread, then you’ll be pleased to know that you can train your abs on two feet. The abdominal muscles wrap around your ...