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Start by lying on your back, with your lower back pressed into the mat. Place your hands behind your head. Engage your core ...

A trainer outlines how to perform his ultimate three-day workout for weight loss that seamlessly fits into any schedule.

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DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 63-year-old man in generally good health. Recently, we moved into a new home with a pool. When I ...

The fourth trimester—the first three months after giving birth—is a period filled with immense physical, emotional, and ...

Lifting at your local gym can be intimidating. Here’s how to get started. And if you’re new to the weight room, this 25-minute strength workout for beginners is for you. It’s not just muscles that ...