Abs: Workouts for Buff Brides

6 Core-Strengthening Power Moves

The truth is, core workouts can be one of the most overall body- and spirit-changing exercises a gal can do: Working your midsection can improve the way you move day-to-day (as it helps strengthen your back), and even how you hold yourself -- and you know your mom's always been right about that posture thing.

We'll leave you with a few key core-strengthening moves that will help you stand up straighter (great for the wedding photos) and transform your entire body in time for the big day.

Originally published on FitnessMagazine.com, April 2009.

The Suck-It-In Move: Crab Walks

The I-Didn't-Know-I-Had-Those-Muscles Move: The Bow

The Strength-Builder: Half Boat

The 6-Pack Move: Butterfly Crunch

The Lose-Your-Love-Handles Move: Side Crunch

The No-More-Spanx Move: Hair Wash Torso Twists