30 November 2021
Christine Varano, CPT, Balanced Body Pilates Instructor, CSUtest.com contributor
Trainer tip of the day: Unlike crunches and sit-ups, which can leave your lower back sore and and don't do much to tone the midsection, side planks can actually improve lower-back health by creating a more neutral pelvic and rib cage position. They also strengthen the obliques and slim the midsection. Keep the shoulder and wrist aligned without sinking into the shoulder and the legs in a straight line with no breaking at the hips.
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