Is the forearm support good for a six-pack? | Forearm support

Is the forearm support good for a six-pack?

A properly executed forearm support is an excellent exercise for strengthening the abdominal muscles. Different designs also train different muscle groups. Besides trained abdominal muscles, however, a low body fat percentage is the most important prerequisite for a Six Pack. So if you want to present one, you should reduce your calorie intake as well as your training. For women, anatomical conditions usually make it much more difficult to achieve a six-pack.

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Instead of the term forearm support, the English term “Plank” is also more often used in the world of sports. Plank Challenges”, which are about the successive extension of the time spent in the forearm support, are frequently circulated on the Internet. In addition, the dangerous trend of “Extreme Plankings” appeared, where athletes film in dangerous situations and places while performing the forearm support.

Forearm support during pregnancy – what should be considered?

Women are advised to exercise and do sports during pregnancy. But not every activity is feasible, especially in advanced weeks. Pregnant women should discuss with their gynecologist or the midwife in charge which exercises and activities are still allowed and advisable.

The forearm support as a static exercise is also suitable for pregnant women. For easier execution, you can also support yourself on your knees. The side support can also be performed. Pregnant women in particular, however, should not exert themselves too much when working out and listen to their body.

When can a baby have forearm support?

The forearm support (of course not in a sporting sense) is an important milestone in the development of motor skills in pediatrics. It is one of the most important developmental steps towards straightening the body. During the assessment it is evaluated whether the head is raised, the upper body is supported on the forearms and whether the head is stabilized.

It is also important here whether the whole process takes place symmetrically. Usually, forearm support is achieved by lifting the head and turning it sideways and stabilizing it against gravity towards the end of the third month of life. At the end of the fourth month of life even one arm can be lifted and the balance shifted to the side.The pediatrician observes the child’s behavior in the prone and supine position and checks his or her skills. Delays and asymmetries can be indications of pathological developmental disorders of motor skills or neurological development.