How To Do A Plank?

Start in a forearm plank position on the floor

Place forearms flat on the ground, elbows under shoulders

Keep hands facing down with fingers relaxed

Extend legs straight behind you

Place toes on the floor, feet hip-width apart or slightly closer

Tighten your core by pulling your belly button toward your spine

Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels

Avoid sagging hips or lifting hips too high

Keep neck neutral and gaze down toward the floor

Squeeze glutes and keep legs engaged

Breathe steadily without holding your breath

Hold for 20–60 seconds

Stop if you lose form

Rest briefly and repeat for 2–4 rounds

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