Compared to the traditional plank, Lauren says that the elbow plank offers more of a challenge because it “recruits more of your core muscles to do the work.” To maximise this move, be sure your shoulders are stacked over your elbows and your body is in one straight line.
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Slowly lift your entire torso off the floor or mat, maintaining a stiff torso and legs . Avoid any arching (sagging) in your low back, hiking (upwards) in your hips or bending in the knees. Avoid shrugging your shoulder and keep your shoulders positioned directly over your elbows with your palms facing down.
Read moreWhat is front plank?
Slowly lift your entire torso off the floor or mat, maintaining a stiff torso and legs . Avoid any arching (sagging) in your low back, hiking (upwards) in your hips or bending in the knees. Avoid shrugging your shoulder and keep your shoulders positioned directly over your elbows with your palms facing down.
Read moreWhat is front plank good for?
The plank strengthens your spine, your rhomboids and trapezius, and your abdominal muscles , which naturally result in a strong posture as they grow in strength. Developing your posture can improve on a number of ailments, and prevent the onset of other ones. Good posture means you’re keeping your bones aligned.
Read moreWhat is front plank good for?
The plank strengthens your spine, your rhomboids and trapezius, and your abdominal muscles , which naturally result in a strong posture as they grow in strength. Developing your posture can improve on a number of ailments, and prevent the onset of other ones. Good posture means you’re keeping your bones aligned.
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