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Exercise guide
Plank
An isometric core exercise that strengthens the entire midsection.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- rectus abdominis · transverse abdominis · erector spinae
- Goals
- endurance · strength
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
How to perform the movement
- Place your forearms on the floor with elbows under your shoulders.
- Extend your legs back and rise onto your toes.
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Brace your core and squeeze your glutes.
- Hold the position for the desired duration.
- Lower your knees to exit the hold.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Do not let your hips sag or pike up.
- Squeeze your glutes and quads.