Planking has become a common and quick workout move recognized by all. You see it in every yoga class and most other workouts.
Why?
Because a plank is a full body workout that is proven to be the best work you can do for your abs, helps stabilize back muscles, uses arm muscles as balance, and when you squeeze our legs and glutes you activate them as well!
We can go on and on about planks-it is kinda our thing-and we talk about The Top 5 Reasons You Should Start Planking in this video so today we are going to talk about the how.
HOW TO START PLANKING
You are interested in planking, you see the amazing benefits and want those results.
Good!
We want you to have them and feel good too.
So how do you get started?
You don't want to just jump right into a 1 minute plank if you have never planked before. The likely hood of you getting injured is slim but the likely hood of succeeding and feeling accomplished is also slim. We want to build your confidence and your strength to get you to a 1 minute plank with the proper form.
To do that we have created a 3 part video series to get you to your best 1 minute plank. If 3 days is too quick we put together a 30 days to a Better Plank Series that incorporates these videos. It tells you when to watch them and what to do on the days you do not.
Want to get started?
Perfect! Me too!
We will be starting The Beginner Plank Series in March and completing our planks live in our Instagram stories. Join in with us-plank with us live or watch it later :)
To make it even better we will be your accountability partner!
DM us "Plan Series" on Instagram or Facebook and we will know you want in.
Step 1: Form
Your form is ultra important when talking about planks. If your form is wrong it doesn't matter how long you hold the plank the right work isn't being done and there is possibility of injury.
Start on youyr knees and elbows then extend 1 leg at a time straight back engaging the core. Keep the core tight and don't allow your belly to sag or your back to arch. Keep a straight back. Also don't let your butt rise. Planks should not look like dolphin pose.
Step 2: Core
Contracting the core is what is going to really bring results in plank position. It is constant contraction really challenging the muscle group.
Step 3: Time
Start small. It is ok to start with a 10 second plank and move up to 15 seconds. Planks are no easy feat when you are just starting out-especially if your form is correct and you are contracting those abs-and the rest of your body-the whole time.
Step 4: Repetition
Practing your plank is what will get that time up. Do it a couple times in a row with a 30 sec to 1 minute rest between planks. You will see your ability to hold your plank increase quickly.
There are more tips on form and holding your plank in The Beginner Plank Series videos that are part of the 30 Days to a Better Plank Program.
I hope these help in your planking ability and I am excited to see you join me in March!
Smooches 😘
