Story by Brett Williams, NASM, Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S. AB TRAINING SHOULD be more than just an afterthought for the last 10 minutes of your workout routine. The majority of your favorite strength ...

ARE YOU SPENDING your summer crunching away, trying to get visible abs for the remainder of the sunny season? You can pile up all the situp reps you want, but you won't be much closer to the core ...

WHAT DO DEADLIFTS, squats, rows, slams, and even overhead presses all have in common? They all depend on the stability and strength of your core. A strong base requires strong abs. This muscle group ...

FOR YEARS, THE six-pack has been the pinnacle symbol of a super fit body. The midsection's muscles are a signifier for many, and achieving the washboard look is a common goal. The question is, how can ...

YOU PROBABLY THINK you know how to do a plank. The ab training staple is relatively simple, after all—boiled down to the basics, all you need to do is get down on the ground and hold in place.

This balanced approach—with a Beginner and Advanced track—can help you build strength and muscle with a smart strategy.

Lie on your side with your forearm resting on the ground directly under your shoulder. Your legs should be extended and ...