You don't need to do hundreds of crunches to strengthen your core, because a standing abs workout is even more effective at developing the kind of useful strength that makes life feel easier. When Fit&Well spoke to a physical therapist about why core muscles are important, she told us that standing core exercises are more functional than ones done lying on an exercise mat.
I’m a personal trainer and I always include core-strengthening exercises in my fitness classes because a well-functioning core is vital for postural control and stability. A strong core also helps make everyday movement much easier such as climbing the stairs, getting out of bed and even just standing up.
