Fast swimming comes from powerful strokes. Powerful strokes come from a strong core. And a strong core comes from more than just a few crunches in the gym. Here are five core exercises for swimmers.

Ever admired the lean, toned, and athletic build of swimmers? That long torso, defined shoulders, and strong core don't just happen from a few laps in the pool. But the good news is, you don't have to ...

Maintaining a strong, stable core is among the most common fitness recommendations given to everyone from athletes to people with chronic pain. Terms like "core exercise" and "core activation" get a ...

Core strength isn’t just about looking good at the beach – it’s the foundation of everyday movement and long-term health. For those spending hours at a desk, a strong midsection counteracts the ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Your core is the central part ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Ninety-one-year-old Bob Arledge jumped into the pool at the Robert F. Busbey Natatorium Saturday morning for what would be his third Pan-American Masters Games event in Cleveland.

When it feels too hot to go running and the gym is stifling, a brisk swim in a lovely cool pool is one of the most inviting ways to stay fit over summer. The problem is everyone else has the same idea ...

Swimming and kiteboarding are two of the most popular water sports that provide a unique way to build muscle strength ...

When most people think of core exercises, they think crunches and sit-ups – possibly because the tactical professions have used them for decades. But given recent changes in military testing, the next ...

Background Strength programs with few exercises, performed out of the water and in an open kinetic chain have shown good results in minimizing some musculoskeletal risk factors related to swimmer’s ...