When most people think of a strong core or achieving abs, the first exercise that comes to mind is often sit-ups. While sit-ups have long been a go-to for strengthening the core, they're not always ...

Sit-ups may seem like a basic and simple exercise. After all, to do this classic exercise, you just have to lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, raise your torso towards ...

The classic sit-up is a workout staple. Whether you've become all too familiar with the movement in your weekend HIIT class or eked out those last few reps while following a home workout video, you've ...

You'll need more than just crunches to build a strong, functional core. Try these moves to upgrade your workouts.

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I don't have any real issue with sit-ups, but my tailbone isn't a fan. The good news is you don’t need to do sit-ups to build a strong core. If you're like me and can take or leave sit-ups, there are ...