The first core abdominal exercise that typically comes to mind is the sit-up. Although controversial, sit-ups can be an effective exercise if done properly, what I call "good" sit-ups.

You'll probably already know that a standard plank is a powerhouse move for the core. But flip it, and you're engaging your core in a different - but equally beneficial - way.

Typical of human nature, we never think of the core muscles or bother with them until there is a problem. Consider the everyday tasks that rely on your core, from bending to pick something up from ...