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CoreBodyweightBeginner Difficulty 1 out of 5Bodyweight~4 kcal/min

Secondary muscles: Shoulders, Glutes

How to perform it

  1. 1Support your body on forearms and toes, elbows under shoulders.
  2. 2Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
  3. 3Hold the position while breathing normally.

Form tips

  • Squeeze your glutes and quads to lock the position in

Common mistakes

  • Letting the hips sag or pike up
  • Holding your breath

Variations

  • Side Plank
  • Plank with Shoulder Tap
  • Long-Lever Plank

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