Instructions:
- 1Lie on your stomach on a mat or the floor with your elbows close to your sides pointing outwards
- 2Rise up onto your toes and elbows, keeping your body a straight line
- 3Contract your abdominal muscles and your glutes to hold your body above the ground, maintaining a straight line from your head to your toes
- 4Hold this position for as long as it is comfortable to do and then return to your starting position
Tips:
- Make sure to keep your body in a straight line during the exercise to maintain proper form
- Do not hold your breath during this exercise, exhale as you press your body up and inhale as you come down
- Start with shorter planks and gradually increase the duration as your endurance and strength improves