Plank
(4.26)
through 88 votes
through 88 votes

muscles: | Rectus Abdominis![]() |
---|---|
auxiliary muscles: | Trapezius![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
required: | Doable Without Equipment And Weights |
optional: | Fitness Mat |
fitness level: | Easy |
exercise type: | Strength - isometric |
Variations available (23) |


General And Specifics
- the plank is one of the best ab exercises for the core
Starting Position
- go down on your knees and put your forearms on the ground
- your elbows are below the shoulders
- look to the ground
- then lay down the thighs
- put your feet together, only the tiptoes touch the ground
Correct Execution
- brace your abs and lift your hip until your body is in one line
- hold this position for about 60 seconds
- do not let your pelvis sink down to the ground
- repeat the ab exercise