drifta: I think most people will tell you that I am a HUGE believer in the value of core strength. Your abs; obliques, lower back, and several others, make up the "trunk" of your body. All movement originates in the core/trunk of your body; a weak core means a weak body. Simply because a six pack doesn't matter to you does not mean you should neglect your abs. See; your body needs to be worked symmetrically. If you do a pushing exercise you need to do pulling exercises too; this avoids muscle imbalances. Your abs are muscles that need to be stressed just the same. Do a google for "core strength exercises" About.com has some great ones; do 1 or 2 exercises during every weight training workout you do, or on your off days. You'll notice HUGE gains everywhere else.