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Exercise: Plank

person doing Plank
person doing Plank

Primary Muscles:

  • Erector Spinae

Secondary Muscles:

Body Area:

  • Shoulders

Movement Type:

Equipment:

Training Category:

  • Body Weight

Proper Steps:

Start with your hands and knees on the floor
Place your elbows directly under your shoulders.
Bring your feet out behind you, shoulder-width a part
Squeeze your abdominals, quads and glutes together, making sure your spine is in neutral position
Hold for desired time

To make the exercise easier, elevate your arms on a stable surface