Plank Face ~repack~ 〈Easy | CHEAT SHEET〉

Press the tip of your tongue gently against the roof of your mouth, just behind your front teeth. This naturally relaxes the jaw and prevents clenching. Do it before you even set up your plank.

A clenched jaw and tightened throat restrict nasal breathing and promote shallow, upper-chest breaths. Planks require intra-abdominal pressure and steady oxygen flow — two things that suffer when you look like you’re holding in a scream. plank face

Instead of holding your breath, exhale through pursed lips as if you are blowing through a straw. This maintains core tension while forcing the facial muscles to remain active but relaxed. 3. Check Your Neck Alignment Press the tip of your tongue gently against

You know the drill. You drop into a plank position, shoulders over wrists, body in a straight line. You’re focused. You’re strong. And then you look in the mirror — or catch your reflection in the studio window — and realize you look like you’re trying to pass a kidney stone while solving a calculus problem. A clenched jaw and tightened throat restrict nasal

The next time you drop down for a set of core work, do a mental scan. If you’re sporting a heavy "Plank Face," take a breath, relax your jaw, and put that energy back into your abs. Your core—and your dentist—will thank you.