General Plank
General Plank is a classic exercise that strengthens your body from head to toe. In particular, the plank helps strengthen your core muscles, including your abdominals and lower back.
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Pilates Rollup With Ball
Pilates Rollup With Ball is an excellent exercise for core stability and strength. In addition, this movement is also suitable for targeting glutes and hamstrings.
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Instructions
- Lie on the floor with a Pilates ball under your heels. Stretch both arms above your head with palms facing each other.
- Keeping your legs straight and feet flat on the ball, slowly roll your arms forward and lift your shoulders off the floor before returning to the starting position.
Tips
- Avoid overstretching your neck. Maintain a natural head and neck position.
- Remember to apply pressure with your heels. Maintain contact with the ball.
Alternative Exercises
V-Up
V-Up is an effective core exercise that targets your abdominal muscles as well as your glutes and hip flexors. By activating your rectus abdominis, V-ups allow you to build core strength.
Russian Twist
Russian Twist strengthens your core, obliques, and spine. It's a total core exercise that also works your balance, builds stability in your spine, and trims your mid-section all at once.
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