Benefits of Plank Exercise:

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  • kayde31
    kayde31 Posts: 2 Member
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  • meagsdionne
    meagsdionne Posts: 47 Member
    I'm in, starting tonight!
  • Cherrie163
    Cherrie163 Posts: 8
    I've started this today. It's surprising how much it hurts, but I'm a good way
  • crispsandwich
    crispsandwich Posts: 177 Member
    im in day three today, but who would have though it was so darned hard!!!!
  • Goldib76
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    iset_the_fair Posts: 15 Member
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    ekz13 Posts: 725 Member
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  • HollisGrant
    HollisGrant Posts: 2,022 Member
    Bump to read later. I'm a planker :drinker:
  • rella_1003
    rella_1003 Posts: 70 Member
    just did my first ever plank!
  • Schlackity
    Schlackity Posts: 268 Member
    Bump for later. I can hold for about 25 seconds right now, but I'll give it a shot!
  • djthom2
    djthom2 Posts: 63 Member
    Saving to look into
  • Ant_the_old_keith_lemon
    Ant_the_old_keith_lemon Posts: 272 Member
    My rule is that if i can do over 60 seconds i am wasting time, i could be doing something else like weighted side bends

    i get a back pack, fill it with bottles of water/Dumbells etc and make sure i fail within 60 seconds

    i try to build the core strength rather than its endurance :)
  • Kellllog
    Kellllog Posts: 81 Member
    I think this will be interesting - I'll be starting this today :)
  • Mrs_Kettlebell
    Mrs_Kettlebell Posts: 4 Member
    I'm in! :-)
  • gngracie
    gngracie Posts: 40 Member
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  • LesaDave
    LesaDave Posts: 1,480 Member
    Because of my leg/knee, I can't get on the ground right now. BUT...I wonder if I can do these planks on the wall???? Still be on my toes (I think I can do that with my right leg. Might not be able to go all the way up on my toes). Can still concentrate on a straight body form.

    I think I am gonna try this.
  • Schlackity
    Schlackity Posts: 268 Member
    I am in my third day of this. I'm doing okay, but I tend to forget to breathe. I know with some exercises, the breathing is easier to regular (like with push-ups or squats) but when I'm in this position, I'm absolutely still, so when do I breathe in and out? I know it seems like sort of a silly question, but I'm putting it out there in case anyone has some good advice. Holding the plank (and pretty much my breath) for 30 seconds is one thing but I don't think I want to try holding it for the full 270 seconds. LOL
  • loricshields47
    loricshields47 Posts: 134 Member
    this is a great challenge. I am up to 210 secs!!!!! (Started at the one minute mark)
    Good luck all
  • Nana_Ros
    Nana_Ros Posts: 3 Member
    https://scontent-b-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/p200x200/1377171_605107956197907_1470013895_n.jpg

    The 30 Day Plank Challenge will send your core strength through the roof! Yes, all you have to do is HOLD this position, nothing else! It looks pretty easy, but it isn't! You want the same form as shown in the picture - you don't want your bottom up in the air, and tighten your abdominal muscles. You can start with once a day, but do a few reps if you can

    Day 1 - 20 seconds
    Day 2 - 20 seconds
    Day 3 - 30 seconds
    Day 4 - 30 seconds
    Day 5 - 40 seconds
    Day 6 - REST
    Day 7 - 45 seconds
    Day 8 - 45 seconds
    Day 9 - 60 seconds
    Day 10 - 60 seconds
    Day 11 - 60 seconds
    Day 12 - 90 seconds
    Day 13 - REST
    Day 14 - 90 seconds
    Day 15 - 90 seconds
    Day 16 - 120 seconds
    Day 17 - 120 seconds
    Day 18 - 150 seconds
    Day 19 - REST
    Day 20 - 150 seconds
    Day 21 - 150 seconds
    Day 22 - 180 seconds
    Day 23 - 180 seconds
    Day 24 - 210 seconds
    Day 25 - 210 seconds
    Day 26 - REST
    Day 27 - 240 seconds
    Day 28 - 240 seconds
    Day 29 - 270 seconds
    Day 30 - PLANK FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE!!

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    Benefits of Plank Exercise:

    *It strengthens your lower back
    *It develops your core muscles – which include the abs, back, hips and the butt.
    *Helps you to avoid injuries and encourage good posture
    *Can be done anywhere
    *Develops your abdominals by targeting the rectus abdomens

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    This is a beginner routine.. everyone starts somewhere!

    ENJOY this Challenge! Share with your friends to help motivate others!
  • twixlepennie
    twixlepennie Posts: 1,074 Member
    I've never done a plank before, but a friend was just talking about it on fb and then I saw this thread-going to add this challenge to my routine :bigsmile:
  • lizzyclatworthy
    lizzyclatworthy Posts: 296 Member
    We do rotating planks and plank arm wrestling. There's loads you can add to a plank to take it up a notch.
    (I ama plank obsessive!)
  • QueenCat25
    QueenCat25 Posts: 130
    Thanks for posting this! I'm starting today.
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