Build a Stronger Core in Just 7 Minutes With This Beginner Workout

You don’t need a long gym session or a collection of fancy equipment to start building a stronger core. In fact, just seven minutes can be enough to introduce your abdominal and stabilizing muscles to a simple, effective workout. And while a toned stomach may be a nice bonus, core strength is about much more than appearance. Your core helps stabilize your spine and pelvis, supports your posture, improves balance, and contributes to everyday movements such as bending, walking, lifting, and reaching. “The core is where all movement begins,” says Maricris Lapaix, a NASM-certified personal trainer in Los Angeles...