How To Do Alphabet Planks Correctly And Safely

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The Alphabet Plank is an excellent ab exercise that teaches the principle of core stability.

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BENEFITS OF THE ALPHABET PLANK

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MUSCLES WORKED DURING THE ALPHABET PLANK

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PERFORMING THE ALPHABET PLANK WITH GOOD TECHNIQUE

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