If you are looking for a real challenge, then try doing the RKC Plank. Invented by a former Soviet special forces trainer, ...

There's a reason that the plank is such a staple of most exercises routines. The no-equipment-move strengthens your core, and all you need to do is hold the pose for a short while to see the benefits.

A plank is more difficult than it looks. You have to use all of your muscle groups, including your core, abs, arms, back, shoulders, glutes and legs. It’s normal to struggle to do a plank. Many of my ...

Whether your workout involves the reverse or standard plank variation, you’re guaranteed to feel the burn in your ab muscles. But, even though both exercise moves are associated with core work, each ...

Add difficulty to the plank exercise for elite core strength and rotational control. Try the “toe tap” when you're ready for a real challenge. Be sure to master the standard plank before you attempt ...

I'll admit, I sometimes sigh when an instructor cues up a plank. I know, they will *always* burn. Planks are a classic core move for a reason and offer so many benefits. “Planks target and strengthen ...

In my entire gym and fitness career, I’ve probably racked up more hours in planks than I can count. Maybe even days. Want to activate your core? You plank. Want to help prevent lower back pain? Plank ...

While the standard plank is widely incorporated into core workouts, the side plank is often overlooked. This variation of the plank targets the obliques, the muscles that run along the side of your ...

The Copenhagen plank is not your typical core move—it’s a side plank variation where you put your top calf on an elevated ...