Plank variation: Plank pull-down

I believe everyone is familiar with plank support. It is regarded as one of the best movements for exercising core muscles. Since no additional equipment is required, the space for exercise does not need to be too large. Liked by many people

Many people regard plank support as a training exercise for developing six-pack abs and waistcoat lines. But in fact, compared to exercising muscles, plank support emphasizes the importance of trunk stability and strengthening core muscles.

Also, there are many ways to plank! We can increase the difficulty or freshness of the action through some small changes or adjustments! Such as side planks, single-legged planks, weighted planks, and more!

Today we are going to introduce to you a plank that incorporates arm dynamics: plank pull-down!

The action emphasizes that the body must keep the core stable and neutral during shoulder joint movement, and the lumbar spine (lower back) should not be concave and convex (no movement occurs).

How?

1. Fix the elastic rope to the corner, and then hold it in your hand,

< p>2. The starting position is the same as the traditional plank support, with your elbows on the ground and keeping your ears, shoulders, hips, knees and ankles in a straight line!

3. Support the ground with one hand, and pull the elastic band down to the side of the body with the other hand!

Always remain stable during the movement and do not lose the neutral position of the lumbar spine due to the ups and downs of the movement