Planks are a good exercise for strengthening your core muscles — the abdominal, the oblique, and the back, says Kelly Bonner, an exercise physiologist and information specialist at NCHPAD.
-Lie face down on the floor or an exercise mat.
-Prop yourself up on your elbows and toes, keeping your body straight from the crown of your head to your toes. Elbows should be directly under your shoulders.
-Tilt your pelvis and contract your abdominal muscles to prevent your rear from sticking up.
-Hold for 10 to 15 seconds.
-Return to the starting position and rest for 10 to 15 seconds.
-Repeat three to five times. Increase to 20 seconds as you get stronger.
* Like any exercise program, please consult your healthcare professional before you begin. Please stop immediately if any of the exercises cause pain or harm to your body.
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