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Less sit-ups, more compound exercises — this one exercise sculpts and strengthens your abs and obliques

Not that fussed about sit-ups? Me neither, so I say sweep them to one side and hit more muscles in one go using the good old do-it-all compound exercise — a multi-joint, multi-muscle move that hits ...

This workout skips sit-ups and crunches: Here's a trainer's 4-move routine for building a stronger core over 50

How to do it: Stand with your back to the wall, feet shoulder-width apart. Place your hands lightly behind your head. Slowly ...
Yahoo

No, not sit-ups — these 5 exercises blast your entire core and you don’t need any equipment

December brings cold weather, shorter days, and the joyful but hectic hustle of festive plans, all of which can sap motivation to exercise. That’s why quick, no-equipment workouts like this 5-move ...
Yahoo

Try 5 exercises to fix knee pain and offset the damage of sitting all day, according to a physical therapist

If you get knee pain or injuries in the gym, that could be from sitting all day. Exercises that strengthen and stretch the leg muscles effectively will help protect knees. For healthier joints, aim to ...
Los Angeles Times

5 easy exercises for your hips and hamstrings to alleviate desk job aches and pains

Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part series showing you how to stretch and strengthen your ...
Los Angeles Times

5 easy exercises for your feet and ankles to relieve desk job aches and pains

Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part series showing you how to stretch and strengthen your ...
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Sitting too much can hurt your health even if you exercise, according to a new study

Most older Americans understand that exercise reduces the likelihood of a long list of chronic diseases and conditions, including dementia. But a recent study has also linked sedentary behavior – the ...