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Core

Plank

The fundamental full-body stability exercise. Foundation for many other exercises.

Beginner

The movement

Plank - Kneeling Setup
1. Kneeling Setup
Plank - High Plank Hold
2. High Plank Hold
Plank - Knee Lowering
3. Knee Lowering

Additional images

Plank - view 1
Plank - view 2

About This Exercise

The fundamental full-body stability exercise. Foundation for many other exercises.

1Setup

Hands under shoulders, legs extended. Body forms straight line.

2Execution

1. Press floor away with hands. 2. Engage core, squeeze glutes. 3. Hold for 20-60 seconds. 4. Keep breathing! 5. Lower with control.

Pro Tips

  • Don't let hips sag or pike
  • Keep neck neutral
  • Spread shoulder blades
  • Breathe steadily