Staying Healthy
Strike a pose
The plank pose is perfect for strengthening your core.
Almost every move you make revolves around your core — from picking up items on the floor, to twisting to see if the coast is clear when driving, to playing with your grandkids.
Your core is made up of several muscle groups (see "To the core"), so keeping each one equally strong and healthy can be a challenge.
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