14-Day Plank Challenge

Since I had a Cesarean section 6 1/2 months ago, there are a lot of abdominal exercises I still can't do yet. It can take up to a year for the abdominal muscles to fully heal. My doctor told me I could do as much as I feel I can do, without overdoing. Not easy for a dancer. One exercise that is great not only for the abs, but for the whole body, is the plank.



Body-weight strength training is great for dancers. These exercises build strength without a lot of bulk. Thus, keeping the "dancer's body".

For the next 14 days, I will be doing a 14-Day Plank Challenge. You start of small, and build up to holding a plank for 3 minutes.

Here's what my schedule will look like:

Wednesday, January 7: 15 second hold

Thursday, January 8: 30 second hold

Friday, January 9: 45 second hold

Saturday, January 10: 1minute hold

Sunday, January 11: 1 minute hold

Monday, January 12: 1 minute 15 second hold

Tuesday, January 13: 1 minute 30 second hold

Wednesday, January 14: 1 minute 45 second hold

Thursday , January 15: 2 minute hold

Friday, January 16: 2 minute hold

Saturday, January 17: 2 minute 15 second hold

Sunday, January 18: 2 minute 30 second hold

Monday, January 19: 2 minute 45 second hold

Tuesday, January 20: 3 minute hold



I'll let you know how my progress in going. If you'd like to join me in my 14-day challenge, leave a comment. Check in and let me know how you're doing.