If you had asked me few years ago if I would ever do a post on the ab exercise, plank, I would have laughed. Then cried. Then run away to hide. The truth is that I used to hate plank and I would avoid it like the plague. Today I can laugh about it for the right reasons and I realize how ridiculous my fear of plank pose was. So how did I come to like plank? Well, I learned a few tricks to make it more tolerable, but mostly I love plank because it’s the one exercise that gave me quick results and helped me get my core back in shape after pregnancy. Also plank is an amazing ab exercise that any fitness level can do, anywhere, and with no equipment. So if you want fast results and a change from boring ol’ sit-ups, give this exercise move of the month a try! Here is how you do it:
- Lie face down on your mat, with your elbows under your shoulders and your forearms flat on the ground.
- Press up so that you are supporting your weight with your toes and forearms.
- Keep you back flat, butt down (but not sagging), and abs in.
- Hold for 30-60 seconds. Repeat 2-3 times.
Tips:
DO NOT stare at the clock! Seriously don’t do it!!! This will make the exercise seem like torture and every second will feel like an hour. Trust me on this one! INSTEAD: Distract yourself (but maintain proper form) by thinking of something else. Maybe think of something fun that you are going to do later or maybe focus on how great you will look and feel by doing this exercise! I’ve surprised myself with how long I can hold it when I don’t think too much about it.
Ok now I dare you, right now, PLANK 1 MINUTE! GO!!!
Too easy? I double-dare to hold for 2 minutes!
Repeat for 2-3 Reps!
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