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Planks are proven to be the best exercise for strengthening the core. They are superior to sit-ups in many respects and are the best way to acquire a six-pack. They also help prevent back pain. But only if you avoid these mistakes with Planks.
It should be common knowledge by now how important our core muscles are. Without sufficiently strong abdominal and back muscles, there is no optimal fitness. Back pain is also pre-programmed if the core muscles are not strong enough. Therefore, here are 6 tips that show …
Top performances in sport always cause astonishment. Particularly impressive is the world record of the Chinese Mao Weidong. For eight hours and one minute, he was able to hold the plan position. This is not recommended for imitation. But planks and plank-variations to a reasonable degree should be part of every good fitness program.
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Sit-ups are probably the best-known exercise when it comes to training the abdominal muscles and core. But they have fallen into disrepute and have some disadvantages. Orthopedists even advise against them. In fact, there are better exercises for a strong core. Read on…
They are always around, and they are spreading at breakneck speed through social media. One fitness challenge is to keep planks as long as possible. Another is to train for a six-pack in 30 days or run a marathon. But it is not always a …