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Plank

  • Lie on stomach with elbows bent under you

  • Raise body into air until only elbows and toes are touching ground

  • Your body should be flat from head to toe. Keep abs and buttocks tight.

  • Hold for 10 seconds, lower and repeat

MODIFIED: Lift body only to elbows and knees.

ADVANCED: Lift one leg about 6" while in the plank. Hold 3-5 seconds, then switch legs.


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