Side Plank Variations from May NBC Segment
Sunday, May 20 2012
Benefits: 1. Strengthens the shoulder girdle 2. Strengthens the wrist and elbow joints 3. Increases abdominal strength 4. Opens the chest which increases lung capacity 5. Tones and strengthens the body Exercises: 1. Thread the needle 2. Side plank twist 3. Running side plank 4. Side plank knee crunch Do 12 repetitions on each side.
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Side Plank Variations from April NBC Segment
Saturday, April 14 2012
Benefits: 1. Strengthens the shoulder girdle 2. Strengthens the wrist and elbow joints 3. Increases abdominal strength 4. Opens the chest which increases lung capacity 5. Tones and strengthens the body Exercises: 1. Basic side plank (elbow or hand/bottom knee bent or straight) – hold as long as you can 2. Hip drops 3. Leg
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Plank Variations
Monday, March 19 2012
Would you like a stronger core – do more planks? Would you like a more toned stomach – do more planks? Plank variations are the way to go! Planks are one of the most effective ways to work your abs and use all your abdominal muscles. There are 4 parts to your abs: rectus abdominis,
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Plank Variations from January NBC Segment
Friday, January 13 2012
Planks are one of the most effective ways to work your abs and use all your abdominal muscles. There are 4 parts to your abs: rectus abdominis, internal obliques, external obliques and transverse abdominis. Not to mention they work your back, arms, hips and glutes. Exercises that force you to brace your spine and pelvis
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