Are you Planking?

Planks are a powerhouse exercise that works all of your core muscles. One of the best things about them is you can do them anywhere and anytime.

The Plank not only strengthens your abs but also strengthens you back and butt too!

Beginners...work your way up! Start with 10, 20, 30 seconds--your goal is to hold yourself up for 1 to 3 minutes! Sounds crazy but you can do it!

STEPS:

• Face down on the floor and support your body with forearms and knees.
• Raise your body. Support your body with toes and hands or toes and resting on the elbows. For beginners, you can start with your knees down, once you are comfortable raise up.
• Contract your ab muscles (hold them in)
• Hold your body up as long as you can. Then lower yourself down.
• Repeat another 3 - 5 times.

***Do not let your mid section sag and do not pop that butt in the air. Keep yourself straight at all times! If not you could hurt your lower back.

So do those planks-you will benefit in so many ways!!!