I love an exercise that works multiple body parts simultaneously. I love an exercise that makes me feel strong. And I love an exercise that requires no equipment — I like to be spontaneous sometimes.

Balance on your hands and toes with your body in one straight line, hands underneath your shoulders and feet hip-width distance apart. To make this move more challenging, elevate your feet onto a step ...

There are several types of planks that can be done to strengthen the core muscles. From knee planks for beginners to reverse planks for advanced exercisers, core strengthening exercises can be ...

Your core (that means both your back and abdominal muscles) is your source of power—seriously. It's also what helps stabilize your entire body, prevent low back pain, and impact your posture, helping ...

Each month, a new trainer takes us through four of the best workouts they have in their back pocket. Follow along weekly for new ways to sweat it out with us. See All "We'll do each move for about 60 ...

For all the one-minute-abs routines and muscle-zapping electromagnetic (EMS) classes I've tried, there is one bodyweight routine that I've always stuck with for core strength. I first started using ...

Click links for how-to videos. Mountain climbers: Get in plank position. Alternating legs, bring your knee into the chest, keeping your upper body strong. Extend leg and switch. Crunches: Get in ...

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 ...

Planks are unbeatable when it comes to effective abdominal and back training. Photo: Getty Images The plank is one of the most well-known exercises for the abdominal muscles. However, if done ...

When it comes to tightening up that midsection, many of us focus on the six-pack zone. We want Halle Berry's abs and we want 'em now. But the obliques are your waist's unsung hero. Both the external ...

Check out Women's Health's Fitness Faceoff every week to learn which moves will best help you reach your fit goals. Here's this week's faceoff: The real secret to a sexy stomach is carving out those ...

This article originally appeared on health.com. Spring and summer bring more than just sunshine. The warmer months also mean showing more skin, whether it’s in short shorts at a picnic, a strapless ...