You don’t need crunches to strengthen your core — try these six moves instead

A woman performing a plank next to a set of dumbbells

If crunches leave your spine sore and your mind bored, you're in luck; there are plenty of other ways to strengthen your midsection muscles and this workout showcases some of the best. 

So grab a resistance band, a dumbbell, and a kettlebell, then settle in for a refreshingly crunch-free session from fitness coach Alexandra Redmond. There are six moves that work your entire core — not just the six-pack abs muscles.