Kriti Sanon Does This Exercise For A Strong Core: Steps To Do It

Kriti
Sanon
is
known
for
her
dedication
to
fitness.
One
of
the
exercises
she
incorporates
into
her
workout
routine
without
fail
is
–

the
plank
exercise.
A
highly
effective
exercise
that
targets
the
core
muscles,
including
the
abs,
obliques,
and
lower
back,
planking
is
the
perfect
answer
to
a
strong
core.

Doing
planks
can
be
hard,
but
the
result,
oh
so
worth
it!
So,
here’s
how
you
can
do
Kriti
Sanon’s
favourite
workout.
Take
a
look.

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Kriti
Sanon
Fitness
Tips

The
Plank

One
of
the
key
exercises
that
Kriti
Sanon
includes
in
her
core
workout
routine
is
the
plank.

The
plank
is
a
(somewhat)
simple
yet
highly
effective
exercise
that
targets
multiple
muscle
groups,
including
the
abdominals,
back,
and
shoulders.
It
also
helps
improve
posture
and
stability

[1].

Here
are
the
steps
on
how
to
perform
the
plank
correctly:

Step
1:
Begin
by
positioning
yourself
face
down
on
the
floor
or
an
exercise
mat.
Place
your
forearms
on
the
ground
with
your
elbows
directly
below
your
shoulders.
Your
arms
should
be
parallel
to
your
body.

Step
2:
Extend
your
legs
straight
behind
you,
resting
your
toes
on
the
floor.
Your
body
should
form
a
straight
line
from
your
head
to
your
heels.
Now,
engage
your

core
muscles
by
drawing
your
navel
towards
your
spine.

Step
3:
Hold
this
position
for
as
long
as
you
can.
Start
with
holding
it
for
20-30
seconds
and
slowly
increase
the
duration
as
you
become
more
comfortable
with
the
exercise.
Remember
to
breathe
evenly
throughout
the
exercise.

Step
4:
To
avoid
straining
your
neck,
keep
your
gaze
focused
on
the
floor.
Avoid
lifting
or
dropping
your
hips,
as
it
can
compromise
the
effectiveness
of
the
exercise.

Step
5:
If
you
find
it
too
challenging
to
perform
the
plank
exercise
on
your
toes,
you
can
modify
it
by
resting
on
your
knees
instead.
Follow
the
same
steps,
but
rest
your
knees
on
the
ground
instead
of
your
toes.

Step
6:
Repeat
the
exercise
for
3-4
sets,
with
a
rest
period
of
30-60
seconds
between
each
set.
As
you
progress,
aim
to
increase
the
number
of
sets
or
the
duration
of
each
plank
hold.

Step
7:
To
increase
the
benefits
of
the
plank
exercise,
make
sure
to
maintain
proper
form
throughout.
Focus
on
engaging
your
core
muscles
and
avoid
sagging
or
arching
your
back.

Step
8:
Incorporate
the
plank
exercise
into
your
regular
workout
routine,
aiming
to
perform
it
at
least
2-3
times
a
week.

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Along
with
the
plank
exercise,
it’s
essential
to
follow
a
balanced
diet
and
engage
in
overall
strength
and
cardiovascular
training
for
optimal
results.
By
regularly
practising
the
plank
exercise,
you
can
strengthen
your
core
muscles,
improve
posture,
and
enhance
overall
stability

[2][3].

Note:
Listen
to
your
body
and
gradually
increase
the
intensity
of
the
exercise
as
you
progress.

Plank
Variations
You
Can
Try

To
further
engage
your
core
muscles,
you
can
incorporate
different
plank
variations
into
your
routine.

Here
are
a
few
variations
that
Kriti
Sanon
often
includes
in
her
workouts:

1.
Side
plank:
Begin
in
a
standard
plank
position,
then
rotate
your
body
to
one
side,
supporting
your
weight
on
one
forearm
and
the
side
of
your
foot.
Hold
for
30
seconds
on
each
side.

2.
Plank
with
leg
lift:
Start
in
a
plank
position
and
raise
one
leg
off
the
ground,
keeping
it
straight.
Hold
for
a
few
seconds,
then
switch
legs.

3.
Plank
jacks:
Be
in
the
plank
position
and
jump
your
feet
out
wide,
then
back
together,
similar
to
a

jumping
jack
motion.
Repeat
for
a
set
number
of
reps
or
times.

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Benefits
of
a
strong
core

In
addition
to
the
definite
aesthetic
benefits,
having
a
strong
core
is
crucial
for
overall
health
and
fitness.
A
strong
core
improves
stability,
balance,
and
posture,
reducing
the
risk
of
injuries
during
physical
activities.