5 Benefits of Plank Exercises for Your Body

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By holding the plank position, you stretch and lengthen the muscles in the shoulders, shoulder blades, and collarbone, which can help to reduce tension and increase range of motion.

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Plank exercises require you to maintain balance and stability, which can improve your overall balance and coordination.

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Plank exercises are a low-impact exercise, meaning that they put minimal stress on your joints. This makes them a suitable exercise for people with joint pain or injuries. Up

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5 Benefits of Plank Exercises for Your Body

By holding the plank position, you stretch and lengthen the muscles in the shoulders, shoulder blades, and collarbone, which can help to reduce tension and increase range of motion.

Plank exercises require you to maintain balance and stability, which can improve your overall balance and coordination.

Plank exercises are a low-impact exercise, meaning that they put minimal stress on your joints. This makes them a suitable exercise for people with joint pain or injuries. Up

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