Weak core strength it can lead to poor posture, back pain, slumped shoulders, and general weakness and fatigue. As such, building core strength is essential, for which you need to incorporate planks into your training regimen. In addition to helping develop your core, they also improve body alignment and flexibility and metabolism, according to Pranit Shilimkar, health and fitness entrepreneur, digital content creator, and founder of Fitnesstalks.
If you are bored of performing regularly plankstry some of its interesting variations as suggested physical trainer Namrata Purohit, which trains celebrities like Janhvi Kapoor, Sara Ali Khan, and Pooja Hegde, among others. “Try these plank variations and fire up the core. They are super effective,” she said. But before you start doing these variationsDon’t forget these important tips from the expert.
* Focus on the form
*Breathe
*Start with 12-16 reps and work up to 20-24 reps
These are the three ‘must have’ plank variations, suggested by Purohit.
Alternative knee taps
To do this, start by bending your right knee, touch the ground, and alternate. As you perform this pose, feel your obliques and try not to swing your pelvisshe suggested.
hip drops
In the plank position, alternately drop your hips to the sides, keeping a straight line. You need to focus on both the lift and the drop when performing hip drops.
plank saw
In the plank position, start moving your body back and forth with your elbows. During this variation, be sure to move your entire body, back and forth. “Work your shoulders too,” said the coach.
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