Optimize Planking Effectiveness

01 The article 01 / 04

Planks are a great exercise for training core awareness and postural positioning while working on core stability. All of these elements are crucial for those dealing with back pain, hip pain and even shoulder pain. But often times we also see that learning how to be strong in this position can dramatically improve performance in sports like swimming, running, golf and even overhead lifts.

The Problem: They’re boring!!!

The Solution: Add movement!

Adding dynamic movement to a plank can dramatically improve their effectiveness at training these qualities but also makes them much more engaging and fun to do (cough, cough…which will actually improve your chances of doing them…cough, cough…).

Take a look at a few examples of dynamic planking exercises to spice up your workout routine and add a new challenge to make sure you’re progressing and staying injury free!

02 More reading 02 / 04

Keep reading.

Three more from the clinic, chosen because they sit closest to this one.

01

Dryland Basics

Dryland Basics. An article from the clinicians at Streamline Performance Physical Therapy in Phoenix.

02

Early Stage Rehab – Shoulder Instability

Shoulder Instability is one of the most common causes of impingement, labral tears, rotator cuff injuries and even contributes to chronic neck pain…not…

03

Overuse Injuries. Does Stuff Really Wear Out?

The short answer to this question is yes. Our body’s tissues will naturally degrade and deteriorate over time but we can do things to help slow this process…

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03 The intake 03 / 04

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Appointment request 01 / 05

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04 Where we are 04 / 04

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In the neighborhood, with parking by the door. Come see the place before you commit, if you like.

Map 01The neighborhood

The clinic · Streamline Performance Physical Therapy

Address 4225 E Windrose Dr Ste 111, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Phone (602) 755-3138

Fax (602) 563-6810

Email info@ptstreamline.com