YOGA PRACTICE: WHY AND HOW TO DO YOGA PLANKS EVERY DAY?

5 reasons we should do yoga planks every day.

1) Get major core definition.
2) Reduce the risk of injury.
3) Workout anywhere.
4) Improve posture.
5) Improve balance.
How to do a perfect yoga plank pose?

From downward facing dog, bring your hips forward until your wrists direct under your shoulders and your toes tucked direct under your heels. Forming a straight line from the crown of your head to you heels.
Spread your fingers and press the firmly down into your palms.

Check out my plank variations here and forearms variations too. When you are in each pose, make sure to engage quads and glutes the entire time. Hold each different planks for at least 30 seconds, up to one minute.
Modification: Place both knees on the floor with hip width.

Namaste,

Carmen Lee-Schneider