Taking the time to strengthen your abs is beneficial for so many reasons. Your core supports you in everything you do: picking things up off the ground, running, lifting weights, breathing, laughing, ...

While a lot of effective core exercises have you working out on a mat on the floor, there are other loftier options. Just look up to add some variety to your core routine, and try a hanging leg raise.

If you’re doing , don't even think about getting up off the ground until you've done a few sets of lying leg raises. Not only will this move sculpt the hell out of your core, but it also improves the ...