Pilates is designed to tone your core. These 14 exercises are a good place to start
These Pilates ab exercises will strengthen your core, relieve back pain and flatten your stomach.
Start TODAY
See AllJoin Al and many more in walking towards better health! Find how to join, get exercises, tips, a playlist and more.
Start a walking streak in June! Join our 30-day challenge
Lace up your sneakers! It's time to log a 30-day walking streak one step at a time.
Easy, healthy meal ideas for the week ahead: Roasted veggie flatbread, cashew-coconut cod and more
A heart-healthy menu packed with palate-pleasing recipes.
5 Black wellness experts share how they practice self-care
From hair masks to athleisure, these are the products that the pros turn to.
Master the Move
See AllLike having a personal trainer in your pocket! Learn how to perform common exercises properly to tone your muscles and avoid injury.
Skip crunches and get more bang for your buck with this exercise
Bye, regular crunches. Bicycle crunches are a more effective exercise to tone your entire core at once.
Are crunches a pain in the neck? Try this ab exercise instead
Reverse crunches allow you to keep your upper body resting on the floor, while still toning your entire core.
How to do crunches so they don't hurt your neck
Crunches and sit ups can be a great core exercise when performed correctly. Learn how to do a crunch the right way.
This easy yoga pose can help you fall asleep faster
Have trouble sleeping? Calm your nervous system and wind down before bed with this simple move.
The right way to do a plank so that it doesn’t hurt your back
All of the benefits of a plank are dependent on your form. Here’s what you need to know in order to strengthen your core.
Workout Videos
Ask the expert
See AllStephanie Mansour, personal trainer and weight-loss coach address some of the most common questions and roadblocks that trip people up on their journey to establish a health and fitness routine.
Does any movement count as exercise?
Yes, mowing the lawn or doing housework can serve as your workout — but only if it's done at "moderate intensity."
How much muscle soreness is normal after a workout?
Mild to moderate soreness after a workout is normal. Here are the signs that it may be cause for concern.
Is just walking a good enough workout?
Yes, walking counts as exercise. Here’s how to get the most out of it.
Is it healthier to wake up early to exercise, or to get more sleep?
Should you hit snooze or lace up your sneakers? It depends.
Workout Plans
Any walker can run. Here's the right way to start
Tips for beginners who've mastered walking and are ready to start running.
Jennifer Aniston shares her surprising and ‘really hearty’ salad recipe
The 'Friends' alum also opened up to TODAY.com about Pvolve, a fitness method that has transformed the way she thinks about exercise.
Try this cool-down routine you can do after every workout
This simple routine can be used to stretch the entire body after a cardio workout.
Easing back into exercise? This 30-minute workout is perfect for beginners
If you're ready to get up and move but have no idea where to start, this workout is for you!
Fitness Reviews
See AllLooking for a new workout? Curious about a fitness trend? The TODAY team tests programs, equipment and classes to help you choose your next exercise!
This workout uses electrical shocks to help tone your muscles. I tried it and was sore for days
The suit costs $2,400 and has a 55,000-person waitlist — and yes, it's worth it.
I tried SLT at home and improved my core strength in 1 month
Using resistance bands, gliders and light weights, I activated muscles I didn't even know I had.
The new app from Barry’s brings the studio experience in home
Barry's X brings the studio's signature HIIT workout to you — and it's just as hard as an in-person class.
I tried The Class 14-day trial, and never had a weirder workout experience
The Class by Taryn Toomey has a devoted following, but is it worth the hype?
Comedian Eric André shares how he lost 40 pounds in 6 months: 'A full-time job'
The comedian shares with "Men's Health" how he shed the weight for the latest season of "The Eric André Show" and what he ate and drank after it was over.
6 Start TODAY members celebrated their 1-year walkiversary – see the pics!
From tattoos to IRL meetups, Start TODAY members celebrated 365 days of walking with us!
We want to share your Start TODAY walking streak photo on the show!
Send us your workout snaps — and tell us about your walking streak.
Mom loses 180 pounds, more than half her body weight, after diabetes scare
Her weight-loss journey led to big lifestyle changes, surgery and a new way of looking at food.
Walking this number of steps a day only a few days a week has major health benefits
You don't have to hit your step goal every single day to get the benefits of regular walking.
These 17 people lost weight walking — here's how they made it a habit
Walking can boost your physical and mental health. Here’s how to take the first steps toward creating a new habit.
How much sugar is too much? More than this amount is linked to poor health
The average American eats about 22 teaspoons of added sugars every day and they’re hiding in foods that don’t even taste sweet.
FDA warns about 'adverse' events from compounded versions of Ozempic and Wegovy
As the FDA warns about 'adverse' events from copycat drugs, here's what to know about compounding pharmacies and their products.
I'm a dietitian. These 5 myths about nutrition are actually hurting your health
A registered dietician nutritionist shares some of the most common and harmful nutrition myths perpetuated by wellness culture that people should ditch ASAP.
Easy, healthy meal ideas: Peanut chicken salad, pineapple chicken and more
Simplify meal prep with these short-cut recipes.
Stopping Ozempic or Wegovy? Here’s how to keep the weight off
Can't keep taking GLP-1 agonists due to cost or side effects? A dietitian shares a five tips to avoid weight gain.
