Plank
How to do it
Starting position
- Lie facedown on the floor and place your elbows under your shoulders.
- Set your arms shoulder-width apart and lightly clench your fists.
- Tuck your toes and support yourself firmly on the floor.
- Support your body with your elbows and toes and lift yourself off the floor.
Movement
- Keep your body parallel from your shoulders to your heels.
- Look at the floor between your hands and align your neck.
- Hold the position while maintaining strong tension in your abs and glutes.
Breathing
Keep your core braced and don't hold your breath; keep breathing.
Trainer tips
- Form a straight line from head to toe
- Engage your glutes and abs
- Don't stop breathing
Cautions
- Brace your abs so your lower back does not sag.
- Sagging or raising the hips
- Lifting the head and craning the neck
If you feel pain during the exercise, stop. If it continues, talk to a professional.
Exercise info
| Primary muscles |  Abs |
|---|---|
| Secondary muscles | Obliques · Lower back · Glutes |
| Equipment |  Bodyweight |
| Movement pattern | Core |
| Recommended time | 30 sec–1 min |
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