Yoga Position: Beginner plank

Yoga

Exercise Description:
Yoga Position: Beginner plank

Classification:
Yoga

Instruction:
Place the hands underneath the shoulders, and spread the fingers and thumbs. Place the knees hip width apart and lift the feet off the floor. Pull the navel towards the spine and lift the pelvic floor muscles. Push evenly on both hands and keep the shoulders away from the ears.

Side Note:
Strengthens the wrists, shoulders, abdominals, lower back and thighs. Tones internal organs and increases lung capacity while increasing the heat in the body. Increases isometric strength in the deltoid muscles.