How to Effectively Train Core Strength
My idea of developing core strength is by both locally and globally training all the musculature that is attached to the hips, specifically by focusing on programming planks.
A New Perspective on Proper Plank Execution
If you’ve been doing the plank in order to get a 6-pack, you’re probably doing it wrong. Utilize these techniques for a better perspective and understanding of the plank and to optimize your performance.
Alwyn Cosgrove's 4-Week Program for Busy Times
We get that training is a top priority for most of our readers, but we also understand that life is messy and complicated. School and/or work can get in the way of training. It’s not realistic for training to come first all the time, which is why this realistic program was made.
Strong, Shredded, and the Ability to Perform Pain-Free
Want to be lean, muscular, strong, and conditioned, with the ability to move without pain? There are many variables, but these guidelines apply to everyone.
Why the Plank Does Not Improve Athletic Performance
This beloved exercise may not be quite the core developer you believe it is.
Passive vs Active: Why Your Plank Sucks (Plus Two Tips for Making it Bet...
Do planks feel easy? If so, you’re doing them wrong. Here’s how to get the most out of this stability and posture-building exercise.
JL Plank
JL Holdsworth instructs his athlete on how to properly perform a plank for better transfer to walking out heavy squats and pulling heavier deadlifts
Power to the Plank
After hundreds of hours working toward a better stomach, I’ve either prescribed or witnessed every crunch, leg lift, and torso twist variation known to man.
Plank With March
Perform the plank by holding yourself on your elbows and toes, keeping your body in a straight line
Plank With Band
The plank exercise is a simple, yet difficult exercise that will work on the stabilization of the abdominal muscles.
Plank with Alternating Arm
Perform the plank by holding yourself on your elbows and toes, keeping your body in a straight line.
Plank Hold
The plank exercise is a simple, yet difficult exercise that will work on the stabilization of the abdominal muscles.
Side Plank with Inside Leg Raise
This version of the side plank is more difficult than the standard version.
Side Plank with Top Leg Raise
This version of the side plank is more difficult than the standard version.
Side Plank with Kettlebell
Perform a side plank and hold a kettlebell in your top hand, with your arm extended straight.
Smith’s Got Your Back: Warm-ups for Squat Injury Prevention
Squat injuries happen more frequently without a proper warm-up. Dr. Ryan Smith discusses a few simple movements he uses that can save you from painful complications.
Are Plank Exercises for You?
One of the latest rages in the fitness industry is the plank exercise. In essence, plank refers to maintaining your body in a straight line from head to toe, as for example, in the up position of a push-up.