Core

Plank

Bodyweight
Beginner
Primary Muscles
Core
Secondary Muscles
Shoulders
Equipment
Bodyweight
Difficulty
Beginner

How to Perform

  1. Start in a forearm plank position with elbows directly under shoulders.
  2. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
  3. Engage your core and glutes, avoiding any sagging or piking.
  4. Hold the position for the desired duration while breathing steadily.

Pro Tips

  • Squeeze your glutes to keep your hips from sagging.
  • Keep your neck neutral—don't look up or drop your head.
  • Breathe steadily throughout the hold.

Common Mistakes

  • Letting your hips sag toward the ground.
  • Piking your hips up too high.
  • Holding your breath instead of breathing steadily.
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