Best Abs Workout | The Plank Exercise
When I was a competitive bodybuilder, I didn't have too much use for core training. I was just interested in the superficial muscles and the six pack, but over the past few years, I've been doing some athletic training and incorporated the PLANK exercise in my exercise regime.
The plank exercise is a phenomenal exercise for core strengthening, as they engage multiple muscle groups simultaneously. The plank exercise also increases flexibility by expanding and stretching the muscles around the shoulders, collarbone, shoulder blades, hamstrings and even the arches of the feet and toes. Planks not only give you a tighter tummy, but they also improve your posture while strengthening your back muscles.
The plank exercise is all about posture. For good posture, what you want to have is good linear lines, a line from your elbow all the way to your shoulder and another line from your shoulder through to your hips, right through to your ankles. You don't want to be slumping, aim for a piked back.
When doing the plank exercise, it is also important to do the hip drop. The hip drop activates your obliques or the side of our abdominal walls. It also increases the difficulty level, so you burn a few extra calories in the process.
Begin by setting your timer for 60 seconds. Hold the plank exercise for as long as you can until you can no longer maintain proper form. By incorporating this movement into your exercise regimen, you will reap the benefits! Happy planking!
*Remember, as with any exercise you risk injury if you don’t use the correct technique. If you have any health issues or physical ailments like joint problems or back trouble, always speak with your doctor before beginning a new fitness routine.
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