How to do it
- Place your forearms on the floor with elbows under your shoulders.
- Extend your legs behind you with toes on the floor.
- Squeeze your glutes, brace your abs and keep a straight line from head to heels.
- Hold while breathing steadily.
Common mistakes
- Sagging hips. Squeeze your glutes to lift them level.
- Hips too high. Lower them until your body is straight.
- Holding your breath. Breathe slowly and keep your jaw relaxed.
Make it easier or harder
Easier: Drop to your knees or place your hands on a bench for an incline plank.
Harder: Lift one foot at a time or add slow shoulder taps.
Coaching tip
A shorter hold with perfect form beats a long, sagging one. Stop when your form breaks.