A strong core is basically the foundation that holds your body together. I mean, your abdominal muscles help with your posture, keep you walking and running, are activated when you breathe — it's ...

Sure, you know how to use treadmills and hand weights. But what about all the other equipment in your gym? In this series, we’ll cut the intimidation factor and give you new tools for getting your ...

Almost every gym has a gym ball (AKA Swiss, exercise or stability ball), but you rarely see it used. That’s a pity because it adds another dimension to core exercises. “One of my favorite reasons for ...

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Which exercise ball is best? If you’re feeling motivated to get in shape, introduce an exercise ball into your fitness routine. It’s a sound investment, especially when you consider its versatility ...

There are so many exercises you can use a stability ball for, especially when it comes to targeting your core. Why? Because this fitness tool, otherwise known as an exercise or Swiss ball, challenges ...

Sedentary lifestyle is a modern day disease. From getting deliveries to your doorstep to working from home, reduced physical movement cannot be good for any of us. This is why you need to have some ...

After multiple failed attempts, Alaya F seems to have finally mastered the skill of ball balancing. Her recent social media posts have left her fans and fitness enthusiasts wondering how a gym ball ...

A handstand and somersault later, Alaya Furniturewalla lands perfectly on a gym ball Need some fitness motivation? Head straight to Alaya Furniturewalla's Instagram feed. Recently, the actress offered ...