Gym equipment like cable machines or decline benches can work your abs in better, more effective ways than just doing sit-ups ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images While classic core exercises like sit-ups, planks and crunches are ...

A weighted sit-up keeps your ab muscles and core stabilizers continually challenged in a way that helps build strength. The sit-up is a classic for a reason: When done correctly, the deceptively ...

While typically filed under the “core move” category, sit-ups do more than fire up your midsection. “Sit-ups are more intense and target more muscles than a traditional crunch,” Alison Staples, coach ...

You’ve likely been doing push-ups since childhood, but you may be less familiar with bench presses. However, both can be valuable tools in building a strong upper body—plus other muscles, like your ...