Forearm Plank

Try out this Asana with me?, Health Challenge Invite. Forearm Plank

STEPS :

1. Begin in Plank pose.Lower onto your forearms, one arm at a time. Place your palms down or clasp your hands. 
2. Make sure that your elbows are directly under your shoulders. 
3. Firm your shoulder blades into your back and push your heels back. 
4. Draw in your lower belly and engage your thighs 
5. Think about moving the front body towards the back body to help lift you up. 
6. Keep the neck in line with the spine looking to the floor slightly ahead of you. 
7. Stay in this pose anywhere from 30 seconds to a couple of minutes. 
8. To come out, rest your knees on the floor. 

Benefits

• A super pose for strengthening the whole body. 
• Tones the abs, shoulders, arms, chest and legs.
• Focuses the mind.
• Great “wrist-free” alternative to Plank pose.
• Strengthens core & keeps your low back strong

Who Can Do

Consult a doctor before beginning an exercise regime.