DAY FOUR Side planks with rotation

These exercises work your arms in an isometric contraction as well as core muscles (abs and back). Maintain a contraction through the abdominal muscles visualizing pulling the belly button toward the spine. Keep the head pulled back in line with the spine, shoulders stacked one over the other, and hips pulled up to make a straight line from head to toe. 12 repetitions for 2 or 3 sets. As in yesterday's exercise, small weights could be added to the non-supporting hand, but I recommend no weights to start as you become mindful of body position and movement.

As always, if this hurts a joint, consider an alternative. Some people find this position challenging for the wrist. If that is the case, you can rest on the elbow of a bent arm.

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