Simple to perform and very effective, the worm exercise allows you to tone three muscles: the abdominal muscles, the legs and the arms.
The worm exercise is well known among CrossFit practitioners. It is not difficult to perform and allows us to strengthen and train our muscles, as well as burn calories. It is called this because it imitates the movements of a worm.
The good thing about this exercise is that it allows us to train, tone and strengthen our muscles without the need for any equipment. Below we explain how to perform the exercise.
- From a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart, bend your torso forward until your hands are on the floor.
- Step forward with your hands, as if walking with them, while using them to support your body. Keep your torso firm and contract your muscles.
- If you can, try moving with your palms or forearms until you get into the classic plank position.
- Hold this position for as long as possible, but don’t overdo it at first.
- Slowly return to the starting position, using your hands to “walk” backwards.
- Depending on your physical condition, you can start with 2 or 3 sets of 10 to 15 repetitions each, and then increase.
In addition to toning muscles, the worm exercise helps strengthen the shoulders, correct posture, increase balance and stabilize the spine.
