💪🏻MODIFICATIONS💪🏻
Fifty 5 Fitness is starting to get known for our classes that suit ALL fitness levels🙌🏼. Every new client that walks through our doors starts at their own level, taking each exercise at their own pace. Our Instructors are fully trained to modify any exercise so that all clients can take part in every aspect of the class🏃🏼♀️🏋🏻♀️🧘♀️. Today, we’re sharing some plank modifications to bring you closer to your short and long term fitness goals⭐️!
START HERE: Plank on Knees
It might look simple, but plank from your knees will still have you working hard if you’re just beginning your exercise routine or just getting back into shape! Set your hands down at shoulder width, look down between those hands and press them into the floor. Keep your feet together and keep your body in one long, lean line. Hold for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
THEN TRY: Regular Plank
Starting from plank on your knees, lift your knees so that your legs are straight. Engage your glutes and your abdominal muscles. Imagine that the back of your heels are pushing into an imaginary wall behind you. Good posture is more important than time here, if you need a break, take one! Aim for 30-60 continuous seconds holding plank - and remember to breathe!
NEED A CHALLENGE? Try Toe Tap Plank
Plank toe taps are where it’s at! Maintaining that original plank posture, step your right foot out a foot to the right side to tap the floor, then return to start. Next, lift your left foot and tap your toe over to the left. Come back to starting position and alternate stepping out your feet for a total of 30 - 60 seconds.
EVEN MORE? Try Mountain Climber Planks
For an even bigger challenge, begin in the regular plank position. Keeping your hands firmly pushing into the floor, draw your right knee in toward your chest, squeezing your abdominal muscles. Plant your right foot back down, then squeeze your letf knee into chest. Set it back down alongside the right, then continue alternating sides for 30-60 seconds.
Our classes attract women of all fitness levels and bring them together to grow at their own pace! Come challenge yourself and your fitness at our local classes in Winnipeg!