Try this one-minute forearm plank with me. The focus is on lengthening through the spine to achieve the best form and activation of your core muscles.
Set Yourself Up for Success
If a one-minute forearm plank is too difficult, start with your elbows on an elevated surface. This allows you to strengthen in a full length position, as opposed to resting the knees on the floor. It’s a more effective way to strengthen and make progress. I demo how to use a chair in the video below.
A Few Key Points for Form
Keep your hands in front of you, palms up, and shoulder width apart. This keeps you from rounding through the upper body and promotes better form.
Think ‘length through the spine’. I talk about the importance of this in the video….
As always, set reasonable goals. It’s better to hold a great plank for 15 seconds than one with lousy form for a minute. Keep at it. Your strength will improve.
Stay fit!
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