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    7 at-home HEALTH CHECKS

    Oct 01, 2020 3 minutes

    1 Core strength

    The plank position is a good test of core stability. If it’s weak, it will have a negative impact on your posture and make back pain and injury more likely. Adopt the plank position as shown below, keeping your body in a straight line, your weight supported on your forearms and toes flexed. Clasp your hands in front of you or place flat down, facing forward.

    Now pull your navel in towards your spine to engage your deep abdominal muscles. Hold the position without over-straining or arching your back – you should

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