We all know exercising is something we should do, but how many times does it get put to the side because we simply don’t want to do it. Not to mention how ridiculous we sometimes look when putting our body through those grueling workouts.
Thankfully, a few hilarious and very relatable pictures Adele shared on Instagram are giving all of us hope that sweating it out — scrunched up face and all — is definitely worth it.
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With the help of her trainer, Pete Geracimo, Adele is learning the benefits of a strong core, while learning how to Superman. The workout, featured in People‘s website, lays out the entire core program Adele goes through.
Building a strong core is essential when participating in any sport, activity or exercise program and that is why Geracimo loves to start his clients with what he calls the Seven Minutes in Heaven workout. His clients perform seven different plank moves, each held for a minute.
The beauty of this workout is that you can plank anywhere, any time. The plank is one of the best exercises for core conditioning, as it improves posture, supports a healthy back, enhances overall movement and coordination and, of course, tones your midsection. Here’s Adele’s seven-minute routine.
Minute 1: Classic hand plank hold
Start off on your hands with arms locked out and back straight (almost looks like a push-up position). Hold for one minute.
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Minutes 2 & 3: Side planks
Go on one forearm and turn sideways. You can raise your arm up or put it on your hip. Raise your body off the floor and hold for one minute and then switch to the other side and hold for one minute.
Minute 4: Forearm plank
Similar to minute one, but instead of holding it on your hands, you are down on your forearms. Hold for one minute.
Minute 5: Table plank
Start by sitting on your butt, chest facing up and knees bent. Push your butt up with your forearms down on the ground (it looks like a table hold). Hold for one minute.
Minute 6: Dish plank
Lie on your back and lift your legs, arms and shoulders off the ground. Point your toes and hold your legs at about a 45-degree angle. Hold for one minute.
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Minute 7: Superman
Get in the classic plank pose and spread your legs apart. While holding this plank, extend one arm forward and simultaneously lift your opposite leg (if you extend your left arm, lift the right leg up). Hold this position for five seconds and repeat with other arm/leg.
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