Planking is a great way to exercise and keep in great shape. Just like with any other type of activity, in order to see results, one should practice sports on a regular basis.

Make your current workout session more fun and effective by including planks in it. You might wonder why we recommend them. The answer is simple: planking is affordable and can be practiced daily. You do not need to go to the gym to do planks. They do not require any special preparation or skills. Also, planking is beneficial for the following six reasons:

1. Core definition and performance will be improved

Abdominals will thank you for doing planking. This is an ideal form of activity that engages all muscle groups. Pump your tummy and make the glutes and the external oblique muscle more defined. Strengthen your rectus abdominus and transverse abdominus. Your definition and performance will be greatly improved.

2. Your flexibility will be increased

Planking increases flexibility if you perform it on a regular basis. While planking, your posterior muscle groups, for instance collarbone, shoulder blades and shoulders are stretched. At the same time you stretch toes, feet arches and hamstrings. Oblique muscles get activated if you do side planks. The exercise increases hyper-extension of your toes and develops the muscles that are crucial for supporting your weight.