Burn calories doing planks

Here’s how to perform this exercise:

What you will need

You may need a yoga mat, although it is not essential.

Technique

Lie on the floor and begin in a push-up position, on your elbows. Your knees should be bent. Now try to keep your neck straight and avoid sagging the middle of your body – that is, the back of your head and your buttocks should lie in a straight line. Try to hold this position for a count of eight.

How many sets should I do?

Aim to do three sets of the above technique.

Once you get stronger

As you find that you are becoming stronger, raise your knees into a full plank position – that is, you ankles, knees, hips as well as elbows are all in line with your shoulders. In time, you may be able to hold this position for about a minute or even a little more.

Always remember to chat to your doctor about when it is suitable to start exercising again if you have just undergone an operation or have given birth.

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