How strong is your deep core? If you struggle with lower back pain, poor balance or weak posture, you may need to try these three strengthening exercises

Woman exercising at home.

Why should you worry about training your deep core if you can’t see the muscles? Because they matter more than you think.

Take the transverse abdominis, it wraps around your torso like a corset and activates to keep you balanced, and holds you upright while you sit and stand.