Plank

Isometric core strengthening exercise

Difficulty

Beginner

Primary muscles

Transverse Abdominis, Rectus Abdominis

Secondary muscles

Obliques

Equipment

None — bodyweight

How to do it

Support your body on your forearms and toes maintaining a straight line from head to heels. Keep your core tight and avoid letting your hips sag or pike up. Hold this position for the prescribed time

Progressions

• Harder: Plank Up-Downs
• Harder: Long Lever Plank