Many lifters need to work on building core strength properly. They think all those fancy exercises on social media work wonders until they try them. Also, some people sit with a rounded back all work day and then twist themselves even more by crunching like crazy. But do you know what core workout is sexy and never goes out of style? If you guessed plaque, you would be correct.
Planks will strengthen your abs, quads and glutes and reduce back pain. The planks aren’t glamorous, but they are effective. We’ll dive into technique tips to make your planks more effective and five plank variations to enhance your core game.
Plaque technique tips
The key, as always when it comes to performing planks, is to maintain a neutral spine because all of the benefits of the plank mentioned above disappear. And it’s not magic. Use the three tips below to do just that.
- Press with your elbows and hands: Whether you’re planking on your elbows or hands, push them directly into the ground, use a stability ball, or suspension trainer to help maintain a neutral spine. This tension is essential to maintaining a neutral spine and keeping your back and shoulders fully engaged.
- Squeeze your glutes: As you squeeze your glutes together, your back will flatten to keep your spine neutral. This is essential for maintaining a neutral spine for all plank variations.
- take a breath: You tend to hold your breath while doing planks, which is not a big deal unless you have high blood pressure. But when you breathe during a plank, more tension is needed to stabilize the core, and more muscles will act as primary stabilizer muscles during your plank. Try; You will be pleasantly surprised.
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