HOW TO…
- Get on your knees on a yoga mat with the stability ball in front of you.
- lace both hands on the ball, fingers pointing outward.
- Now lean forward on the ball, and lift your knees from the floor.
- Continue until you are on your hands and toes with your body completely straight. Expect the ball to move forward a little to allow for proper positioning of your hands. Your arms should be almost vertical.
- Hold for 5 seconds and lower your knees down to the floor again.
Note: Although in principle the stability ball high plank is easier than a regular high plank since your weight is still more on your legs, the fact that the hands are on the ball makes it difficult. You will need to keep adjusting your balance with your hands on the ball.
Goal: Try to keep the stability ball high plank position for up to 30 seconds.
Variation: You can make the exercise a little easier by using a softer ball and spreading your hand further apart.