How to Do Prone Planks with an Exercise Ball

Here's a great exercise for building core stability. You can even do it while you watch television!

Things You'll Need

• Exercise (Swiss) ball
• Plenty of floor space

Instructions

1. Lean forward onto the exercise ball, with your forearms and elbows on the ball. Your feet should be hip-width apart, and you should be in a prone plank position.

2. Contract your abdominal muscles, hold your hips in one place, and keep your body straight and elevated.

3. Hold this position for 30 seconds to start. Repeat up to the point of failure. As you develop, gradually bring the holding time up to 1 minute. If it starts to get too easy, move your elbows closer together.

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