Plank

The plank exercises are some of the best forms of exercises for increasing your core strength

Plank

1. Lie facing front down on a mat with your elbows, forearms and toes resting on the mat

2. Your elbows should be bent at 90 degrees and your body should be in a straight line from your head to your feet

3. Hold this position for as long as possible

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Decline Plank

1. Adopt the same position as the plank but elevate your feet behind you on a bench

2. This will increase the weight your abs need to manage increasing the difficulty of the exercise

3. Try and hold this position for as long as possible

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Decline Plank with alternate foot touch

1. Start in the same position as the standard plank, but with your legs elevated on a bench

2. Keep your body in a straight line still

3. Slowly lower your legs alternately off the bench and onto the floor

4. You should feel a strong tension in your core

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Incline Plank

1. Again, start with the same position as the standard plank, but elevate your elbows higher up on a bench

2. This is a slightly easier variation of the plank, and so good for beginners

3. Try and hold for as long as you can and then rest

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