Plank
Plank
Over 500,000 people have taken part in the infamous “plank challenge” so far – and there’s no doubt it’s worth it. Planks are a quick way to train body control, muscle tone and discipline. If this weren’t enough, they also have a recognized meditative aspect – there’s nothing to focus on but you, the pose and your breathing!
How to train
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- Support bodyweight on elbows and feet
- Shoulders should be positioned vertically over elbows
- Shoulders, hips and feet should form a straight line
- Buttocks, stomach and lower back should be tensed
What to look out for
- Upper body should be kept straight, with no arching or drooping
- Gaze should be kept fixed on the floor
- Tension should be maintained in stomach and lower back throughout entire exercise
What you’ll train
Primary
- Abdominal muscles
- Front of shoulders
- Oblique abdominal muscles
- Front of thighs
Secondary
- Shin muscles
- Trapezius muscle
- Glutes
- Spinal erector
