How Can Lying Still Create Rock Hard Abs?
If you've ever heard of isometric exercises you probably know the answer.
The exercise I'm referring to stimulates your core muscles while in a static position. This position is held isometrically instead of completing typical crunches or sit-ups.
The name of this amazing exercise is called 
the plank and it is a whole lot harder to hold than it looks. I remember the first time I tried this one, my whole body was shaking!
Here’s how to complete it:
1. Lie your body face down on the ground
2. Push up from your forearms and the balls of your feet
3. Hold your body in a straight static position for up to 60 seconds
Tips to remember:
1. Keep your weight on the balls of your feet and forearms
2. Make sure your weight is equally distributed
3. Keep your head looking down at the mat throughout the entire exercise
4. Do not let your hips drop below parallel to the ground
5. Do not hold your breath
6. Keep your core muscles tight the entire time
If you want a smaller, tighter, and rock solid waist-line you have to add "the plank" into your current routine - it's a must have!
Go ahead and give it a try right now!
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Posted by: paul simpson | Sep 11, 2008 2:03:06 PM
I have just completed my first plank move and i can now say that my life is officially complete.I'm sorry to ramble on but my girlfriend just left me, I've ran out of peanut butter and the spacebar stops working periodically and it's just one thing after another..
Posted by: RaAkhenaton | May 31, 2008 3:19:28 PM
Spending hours in "plank position" during boot camp taught me the power of this simple exercise. It works well for people who tend to have stress shears and nerve impingements, but I suggest that any novice takes the "30" approach to using it: 30 secs per rep for up to 30 sessions per day for 30 days. Your core will thank you for taking it slowly through this new exercise, and the constant schedule will give you a side benefit of "meditation time" (if you hope to move on to yoga).
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