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Plank

StrengthBeginnerBody Only

What this trains

Front and back view. The highlighted part is where this exercise works most; paler areas are helpers.

Primary: Abdominals

How to

  1. 1Get into a prone position on the floor, supporting your weight on your toes and your forearms. Your arms are bent and directly below the shoulder.
  2. 2Keep your body straight at all times, and hold this position as long as possible. To increase difficulty, an arm or leg can be raised.