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How to do Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn’s go-to core-strengthening move (or, in this case, lack thereof)

Here's exactly how to do the standing anti-rotation hold, which strengthened skier Lindsey Vonn's core for the Olympics. The standing anti-rotation hold, Self reports, involves contracting the core ...
Health

4 Bodyweight Exercises That Strengthen Your Core as Effectively as a Plank

While the plank is an excellent core exercise, several other options can strengthen your core. You can do these bodyweight ...
The New York Times

Core Strength Benefits, and Exercises to Improve Your Workout

If the goal of your workout is to walk away with a chiseled six-pack, you’re missing the point. A strong core results in fewer injuries, better posture and balance and less back pain. To perform well ...
Rolling Out

7 game-changing exercises to sculpt your stomach muscles

Core strength isn’t just about looking good at the beach – it’s the foundation of everyday movement and long-term health. For those spending hours at a desk, a strong midsection counteracts the ...
The New York Times

For a Stable, Strong Core, Forget About Crunches

If the goal of your workout is to walk away with a chiseled six-pack, you’re missing the point. Credit...Gritchelle Fallesgon for The New York Times Supported by By Jenny Marder To perform well at ...