Abs, Abs, Abs! A revamped version of an already awesome exercise!

Hey guys,

     Sorry I have been really busy this week with Grad School interviews and sending out everyone's new programs guys.  With the great response to the last ab exercise, I have decided to put up another!

      This exercise is the Plank on an exercise ball and is a revamped version of the plank (if you are a beginner, add the regular plank into your routine!)  Research has shown this new style can double the effectiveness of the plank.  This all keeping in mind that the plank is one of the best ab exercises already!  The plank works by forcing your abs to work as stabilizers and stop your body from moving or shaking and will help build tight, less bulky abs.  The key here is to find a way to increase the need to stabilize your core.  So we introduce the exercise ball!  By putting the ball under your elbows, you will put yourself in a much more unbalanced position.  Try it today! 3 sets for as long as possible a few times a week!

    Note: Make sure you push yourself and keep your abs engaged.  If your abs are too exhausted to hold you, your lower back will take much of the load and can cause damage.  If your abs quit on you, you quit on the exercise.  Keep that lower back healthy with proper planks and a strong core!

Cheers!

Ryan.Trueman@dal.ca