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What Happens To Your Body If You Do Planks?
What happens if you do planks? Your body will undergo certain favourable changes. Read on to know about plank exercise benefits...
One simple body weight exercise that is highly beneficial to your abs is the plank exercise. This workout isn't so difficult but delivers so many benefits.
How does it help? Well, it develops your core strength. Why do you need core strength? Well, your core muscles support your spine and back. So, your body needs a strong core even to move.
When the core muscles are strengthened, your whole body becomes strong. And how to perform the plank? Very simple. If you know how to perform a push up, simply go to the starting position of a push up and hold that position for a minute.
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But wait, fold the hands a bit in 90 degrees. Your entire body should be straight. Your head need not be lifted. See the floor. Stay in that position for 30-60 seconds and release. And here is what happens to your body if you perform this workout at least 4 times a week.
Benefit #1
The risk of injury greatly reduces when your core muscles are strong. So, this may help you perform other workouts with ease and even your daily activities become effortless.
Benefit #2
Your core becomes stronger and your mid-section looks better when you start doing planks regularly.
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Benefit #3
Your posture gets better if you do planks everyday. As your core muscles tend to become stronger, maintaining healthy posture becomes easier.
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Benefit #4
As your whole body gets engaged during the workout, you will be able to burn more calories. Your metabolism also gears up helping you lose unwanted weight.
Benefit #5
Your whole body becomes more flexible if you perform planks regularly. Your neck, shoulder, chest and abs, all parts are engaged during the plank.
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Benefit #6
Your mood gets a boost after the workout as planks also affect your nervous system helping you feel better. Your stress levels can be reduced.
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Benefit #7
Your balance improves too. As your abdominal muscles support your back and spine, your balance can be enhanced while doing other workouts.
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