High Plank
How to do it
Starting position
- Lie face down on the floor and place your hands shoulder-width apart
- Push the floor away strongly with your entire palms
- Tuck your toes and firmly support yourself on the floor
- Bring your feet together or set them hip-width apart
Movement
- Lift your knees off the floor and raise your body
- Pull your belly button firmly toward your spine
- Look at the floor between your hands
Breathing
Inhale deeply through your nose and exhale slowly through your mouth
Trainer tips
- Stack your shoulders directly over your wrists
- Maintain a straight line from head to toe
- Squeeze your glutes and hold
Cautions
- Sagging your lower back strains the lumbar spine, so brace your abs
- If your hips sag or pike, end the set even if time remains
- Sagging the lower back downward
If you feel pain during the exercise, stop. If it continues, talk to a professional.
Exercise info
| Primary muscles |  Abs |
|---|---|
| Secondary muscles | Lower back · Obliques |
| Equipment |  Bodyweight |
| Movement pattern | Core |
| Recommended time | 20 sec–45 sec |
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