Exercising every day for a few minutes or a couple of hours a week is integral to maintaining a fit body. Often times we can be caught up with the hustle and bustle of daily life that we tend to forget to exercise. If you have the time to throw in a short ab exercise into your routine – consider its health benefits.
Palms pressed onto the floor and toes kissing the ground, your plank will help give your ab more core strength. Keep these simple reminders in mind to achieve the best plank and to keep planking for longer.
Do Short Sequences
Instead of going for more than a minute planks – try doing short intervals several times during a workout. You can hold it for up to 10 seconds and repeat this process 5-8 times to increase your endurance. Short planks can be more time-efficient and after a few times, you’ll notice that it starts getting much easier and less intense.
Stay Afloat
One of the most common mistakes that a lot of people make (and that’s totally fine!) is that the shoulders start sinking. This can happen when you sometimes forget to breathe properly or if you haven’t eaten a proper meal before the workout. Maintaining a plank means that your upper body needs to be stable. So make sure you’re hydrated and in a workout state of mind to achieve the best plank. You can do it!
Workout With a Buddy
Bringing a friend to your workout can increase your motivation to hit the gym. They also make for a great conversation buddy and motivator while working out!
