We'd never strong-arm you, but there are so many benefits to adding a medicine ball to your workout. (Getty Images) I'll admit it: For years, I avoided adding a medicine ball to my workouts. Frankly, ...

Pregnancy is one of the most intense physical challenges a person can go through, so it's important to take things easy. With that being said, you still want to stay reasonably active. You may not ...

Try it as a standalone core workout, or at the end of a lift as a finisher.

Gym ball exercises are the underrated Pilates alternative. They challenge the core, shoulders, arms, and back in a similar way and use a versatile fitness essential. I love a Pilates workout at home.

Last week I explained and showed a video tutorial on exercises using a jump rope, resistance band, and a medicine ball. All of these you can find for less than $30, and they last a long time. So, they ...