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Plank Variations That Torch Your Core from All Angles

Doing isometric holds can be a challenging and effective way to tone your body.

  • Start in forearm plank with elbows under shoulders, hips in line with shoulders, and lower abdominal wall pulled in and up (tensing lower abs).

  • Keep gaze forward or on hands, but don't drop head! Start by holding this for 30 seconds, taking deep breaths in and deepening the activation of your abdominal wall with each exhale.

  • Every day, add 15 seconds to hold.