The plank is one of the most underrated exercises in bodyweight fitness. Planks for beginners start with the low plank (a.k.a forearm plank) and build up to high plank, side plank, reverse plank and ...

‘Start in a high plank position with hands slightly wider than shoulder-width,’ instructs Livemore. Engage your core and glutes, and maintain a straight line from your feet to your head. ‘With elbows ...

Planks are widely considered by fitness experts to be a fantastic exercise to strengthen the muscles in your core and elsewhere, no matter your age or physical fitness level. There are numerous ...

Looks can be deceiving when it comes to Pilates. Doing a workout—which generally involves lying down on a mat—may seem easier than, say, a HIIT sesh. But just wait. There’s a very high likelihood that ...

Runners tend to think of instability as a condition to avoid or a problem to solve, but adding a dose of wobbliness to your workout is actually beneficial. And one of the best ways to (literally) ...

The fitness world has embraced a new champion in core training, and traditional sit-ups have taken a backseat. The plank, despite its deceivingly simple appearance, has captured worldwide attention ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. “Right to the core,” “core values,” and “hardcore.” These little idioms highlight just how vital the concept of “core” is in our lives ...

Anyone who thinks planks are boring is wrong. If you stick to the standard forearm planks every workout, of course they’re going to start to feel stale. But there’s a whole world of plank variations ...

Once you’ve mastered forearm planks and side planks — two staple variations of the ab exercise — it might be time to take things up a notch with side plank dips. This combo core move challenges your ...