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December 20, 2024 01:29 PM IST
Alia Bhatt almost never misses the gym. And more importantly, like a true gym rat she never skips leg day. Their highly innovative version of weighted planks is proof of this
A short Instagram recap of Alia Bhatt’s recent moments gives a rare glimpse into her behind-the-scenes life. Amidst the Raha-emblazoned shirts, a mirror selfie after the gym, cards, sun shots and quick shoots, there was a video of Alia crushing it in the gym. Dressed in a black and neat, tight bun, Alia struck a strong balance while doing a side plank.
But this was not just any side plank. This one was loaded. Now if even that isn’t impressive to you, add to the mix the 5 kg weight plate the actor is balancing on his inner thigh which is also being balanced in mid-air.
Some gym moves look simple but crush your spirit. Aaliyah’s version of the weighted side plank looks like it will crush your soul. But what are the benefits of trying to accomplish this next level of change? many.
Officially called the adductor side plank, the method to follow here is to place your outside foot not on the floor, but on an elevated surface like a bench or box. The other foot is placed at an angle above the floor as you balance your body on your inner forearm with the other arm extended.
Alia moved forward by balancing a 5 kg weight plate on a suspended inner thigh. It is worth mentioning here that his more intense than usual gym sessions are especially geared up for his YRF spy thriller, AlphaIn which Sharvari is also acting. The film is currently scheduled to release in Christmas 2025.
Now right off the bat, do not attempt to complete this without professional supervision, especially when there are weights and tricky suspension involved. But if you want to significantly step up your planking game, the adductor side plank, “targets your adductor muscles (the large muscle group on the inside of your thigh),” according to Become Better: Sport Performance and Personal Training Report. The adductors assist in the movements of running, jumping, squatting, and deadlifting, so the adductor plank is a great way to keep these muscles strong and healthy in addition to these other activities.
‘Thick thighs save lives’ seems to have a new meaning now!
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