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Ode to the Plank

July 10, 2014 4 Comments

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I consider myself an equal opportunity worker outer.  Obviously running holds a special place in my heart but I love the gym too.  We just switched gyms and my kids LOVE it which really makes going to the gym easier on everyone.

As a mom, I’ve realized how important it is to maximize your workout time.  I realized this lesson early on after E was born (read about it here).  My gym time is filled with things I can’t do at home (i.e. group fitness), or HIIT circuits filled with compound moves and functional strength exercises.  You can see snippets of my workouts on my instagram account.  Here’s a quick snapshot of what you’ll see if you follow me on Instagram.

Another move you will find embedded into all my workouts are planks!  We all love ’em.  There are so many reasons to love them.  They work so much more than just our core.  They are the quintessential compound movement.  I thought I would share some of my favorite variations as well as some workouts that help you incorporate the plank into your workout!  My instructional photos wouldn’t be complete without some kids. 

Ok, got it?  Great, now take these workouts, add your planks and get your workout on!

My Workouts page has tons of core workouts just for you! Browse HERE!
Katy Widrick – PiYo Strength workout – Plank HERE!
Angela – Happy Fit Mama – Core Strength for Runners – Get Strong HERE!
Katie Nern – Gettin My Healthy On – Plank Challenge – Check it HERE!
Laura Stern – Breathe Deeply and Smile – 5 Minute Abs – Check it HERE!

Check out my Ode to the Push up here!

What are some of your favorite moves?  What move is most challenging for you?

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Comments

  1. Itz Linz says

    July 10, 2014 at 8:50 pm

    LOVE planks! so much variety and so hard all the time!

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  2. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    July 11, 2014 at 12:42 am

    Planks make the world go ’round! Thanks for including mine!

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  3. Deborah Brooks says

    July 11, 2014 at 2:11 pm

    The planks love them and hate them!
    Confessions of A Mother Runner

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  4. Cotter Crunch says

    July 11, 2014 at 11:19 pm

    yippppeee! i love me some plank, well when i can actually hold them long. haha

    Reply

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