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Get into position and hold for 30 seconds. Release, rest and repeat 3-4 times. Build up to 45 second holds, then 60 second holds.
Primarily this move is great for working our deep core muscles – transverse abdominus, obliques and rectus abdominus. This is great for building core strength which can protect us from injury and aid our performance of countless exercises.
The exercise also works our arms, shoulders, chest, back and legs, as the whole body has to engage to keep you up and maintain a strong hold.
The longer you can hold this move, the more strength you are developing in your core. If you begin to lose form or start to shake, release, rest and try again.
To up the intensity over time, try holding one arm out in front of you for part of the move, and then alternating to the other arm. Once you've mastered this, try lifting out opposite arm and opposite leg and holding for 10 seconds, then switching sides. Paying close attention to your form at all times – avoid twisting your body, your hips should always be parallel to the floor.
Nutritionist Emma White (ANutr), MSc Human Nutrition is passionate about how food science applies to the human body, and how the nutrients in what we eat affect us and ultimately have an impact on our health.
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