Plank


Pro Tip

Remember to breathe rhythmically throughout the movement.


How To

  1. With your legs extended behind you, rest on your forearms so that your upper arms are directly below your shoulders.
  2. Keep your torso straight and do not allow your hips to drop while maintaining this position for the desired duration.

Primary Muscle Groups

Lower Abs

Lower abdomen, from just above your belly button to your pubis. The lower half of the six pack abs.

Upper Abs

Upper abdomen, from just above your belly button to your sternum. The upper half of the six pack abs.


Secondary Muscle Groups

Obliques

Outer sides of your abdomen.


Equipment

Bodyweight Only

This means that the only thing you need to successfully perform the exercise is your body. No other equipment is needed.


Variations

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups and require the same equipment.


Alternatives

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups with different equipment