How strange that women today are beginning to flock to an undergarment that was the basis of rebellion for women in the past. Fortunately, one major difference is that women are free to choose if they want to wear a corset today whereas in the past, you would be made to feel embarrassed if you didn't wear one.
I have to agree that there are a lot of reasons a corset can actually be good for you if worn properly. Most significant, I really do think that it could prevent the "spread" that Fay speaks of. Even if you tone your abdomen, spread seems to occur.
I don't wear a corset like in the image Fay provided all the time but on special occasions I wear a garment that is a panty with a very stretchy piece that extends to just below the bustline. It looks great under clothing and is fairly comfortable. Maybe I should wear it more often....