I’ve read from multiple sources that a plank is the best exercise to do. Why is that? Because it works on your core. Your core is one of the most important muscles of your body. The core helps supports your spine and keeps your body aligned. Working the core helps with your balance and posture. As a bonus, working your core makes you look thinner, or at least that’s what I’ve heard. Keep in mind that I am no expert or doctor, but I do read a lot 🙂
Plank Workout
Standard plank – hold for 60 seconds
Side plank – hold for 30 seconds
Forearm plank – hold for 60 seconds
Side plank – hold for 30 seconds
Standard plank – hold for 60 seconds
If you can’t hold for 60 seconds, that’s okay! Hold for as long as you can. The more you plank, the stronger your core gets and you will be able to hold your plank longer.
Standard plank: place hands on the floor, shoulder width apart, like you are ready to do a push-up. Ground your toes into the floor and squeeze your glutes together. Your body should be in line (make sure your butt stays down and isn’t lifted high in the air)
Forearm plank: Place forearms on the floor. Elbows should be aligned with shoulders. Arms should be parallel with your body, shoulder width apart.
Side plank: Lie on one side with legs stacked on one another, feet stacked on top of each other (for modification you can have your feet staggered one in front of the other, both on the ground). Prop body up on the hand or elbow while keeping feet stacked on one another.
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