Front Plank

Get down on your knees and elbows. Now straighten your legs, one at a time, so that you are supporting your body on your elbows and toes. Hold for 6 seconds. Over time, build up to 30 seconds. Rest for 10 seconds. Repeat 3 to 5 times.

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Adam Husney MDJoan Rigg PT OCSKathleen Romito MDWilliam H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

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Front Plank

Picture of how to do the front plank exercise
  • Get down on your knees and elbows.
  • Now straighten your legs, one at a time, so that you are supporting your body on your elbows and toes.
  • Hold for 6 seconds. Over time, build up to 30 seconds.
  • Rest for 10 seconds.
  • Repeat 3 to 5 times.

Current as ofJune 26, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP – Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine
Joan Rigg, PT, OCS – Physical Therapy

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Adam Husney MDJoan Rigg PT OCSKathleen Romito MDWilliam H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

Last Updated

06/26/2019

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