8Alternate with elbows
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In the plank position place both palms on the floor instead of forearms. Now alternate between each hand by resting your forearms on the floor one by one as in the image. Now instead of 60 seconds add an additional 30 seconds to your routine. Week three In week three, you will again resume the traditional plank position.
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9Form a pyramid
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Now your midsection should be raised upward to form a pyramid with your body. Then bring it back again to plank position. Continue this movement for the time you have reached till now. Try to add a further 30 seconds to a minute which you can manage to the routine. A minute would be preferable. This should be also done for a week which brings you to the end of the 21-day plank challenge. Have you noticed the difference?
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10What happens when you perform a plank every day?
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You get a toned abdomen. Planking tones up your entire core and prepares the foundation for a flatter tummy and those abs you always wanted. Of course, once you get into the habit of working out continue with further exercise to get rid of excess body fat and a good healthy figure.
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