Planking and how to master it~

Planking and how you can master it like a fitness influencer
 
What is a plank? 

The plank is a key position to get that sweet-sweet abs. Its not

only done for getting those chiselled abs but there are many more benefits which will make your jaw drop to the floor cause you would have never thought that a simple exercise position can make your life healthier.
 
The Benefits of Planking:

~Great way to strengthen the abdominals and the core.
~Makes your posture way better by helping you keep your chest
high and a healthy back.
~Makes your core strong hence allowing you to sit up or stand up straight for longer periods.
~Burns a lot of calories thus helps you lose weight
~Helps you attain a level of flexibility you’ve never had before
~Improves metabolism so enjoy that piece of cake now guilty-free.
~It doesn’t just help you physically but also helps you improve overall mental health
 
I think that was enough to convince you to try the plank at least once. But do you know how to ace it and gain the maximum benefits?
 
How to Master That Plank Hold:
 

~Lay down an exercise mat in a place where you can extend your body fully

~Begin with your face down, with your forearms and toes on the mat
~Your elbows should directly be under your shoulders. Your head should face downwards. It might help to link your hands together
~Your body should be in a straight line and engage your core to the maximum
~Your heels should be over your toes.
 
Here’s what Hasti Singh, Fitness coach and Sports nutritionist says:

“Those new to planking can practice holding instance, hold a basic elbow plank for 15 seconds. Eventually, you can move up to holding it for 60 seconds or more, and even try more difficult variations, like a plank with extended legs,”
Trainers say that you should hold a plank for 60 seconds if you want to gain maximum benefits.
We saw that Hasti Singh recommends trying out variations of a plank. So, let’s see some of the variations that are great for your core.
 
1.    Mountain climbers
 

Drop into a top press-up position, supporting your weight on your hands and toes, with your arms straight and your legs extended. Keeping your core braced and your shoulders, hips and feet in a straight line throughout, bring one knee towards your chest, then return it to the starting position. Repeat the movement with your other leg, then continue alternating legs throughout.
 
2.    Arm and Leg Extensions
 

Among the more challenging variations, it requires you to extend your arm and leg while holding your basic plank. It works your core, obliques, shoulders, hips and stabilising muscles.
 
3.    Dynamic Planks
 

One can combine planks with movements like knee-touches, walk-ups, hip twists and plank jacks.
 
This was a blog to help you realise the benefits of the plank. So, I really hope you try this exercise. Give it a chance, will ya? Comment down if you found the plank beneficial.