#30DayPlankChallenge

The Plank is the one of the best exercise for core strengthening. Its a isometric exercise, and all the major muscle groups are worked on while doing a plank with right form. Along with your abs It also helps to strengthen your shoulders, chest, arms, back and glutes. The Plank is the prerequisite if you are into lifting heavy weights, sports, dance and other recreational activities. There are many variations of plank. First you will need to work on the basic plank with right form and you should be able to hold the position for atleast a minute, then you can progress to other variations. These progressions are necessary, Don’t get fixed up in the basic plank posture for longer duration.

Benefits of adding plank in your workout routine

It Strengthens your core muscles
Workouts even the inner and smaller muscles in arms, shoulders and back
Very low chances of Injuries while performing this exercise
Good for improving balance and posture
Helps to aleviate lower back pain
Improves performances and reduces injuries in sports and other activities
A strengthened core helps to reduce chances of injury while doing day to day activities

Here is guide to correct form and posture to do a basic plank

The Plank

Get into pushup position

Bend the elbows 90 degrees with elbows directly beneath your shoulder
Your body should be in straight line from head to toe. Your weight on forearms
Now pushing down your forearms into the floor, hold position as long as you can.
For the beginners start with 10-30 sec