The plank exercise is an old-school isometric core exercise that originated with yoga practices and has since been a standard part of mainstream bodyweight workouts. It's a top-shelf ab move that can ...

Planks are unbeatable when it comes to effective abdominal and back training. Photo: Getty Images The plank is one of the most well-known exercises for the abdominal muscles. However, if done ...

Everyone wants a strong core. The first thing I ask every new Drucker Fitness client is what their fitness goals are. To this day, I have never had a client who did not mention having "ripped abs" or ...

With summer just around the corner, many are turning their attention to toning up their bodies for the warmer months ahead. When it comes to achieving a sculpted midsection, abdominal exercises play a ...

The plank can build strength and muscle in the whole body, but requires proper form. To hold a plank, you need a stable core and shoulders. Adding scaled exercises, like knee or wall planks, can help ...

Want to fire up your core? Celebrity trainer Jeanette Jenkins shared these 13 plank variations on Instagram (12 plus a bonus exercise!) that target your abs and back. You'll do variations on both ...

Three minutes on the rower followed by quickly hopping on the ground to hold one minute of plank — that was part of my CrossFit workout today. Four rounds of one-minute plank holds is no joke, but it ...

Planks provide a stellar workout, as they fire up several muscle groups—especially the core. A strong core is essential for performing daily tasks, crushing your workout sessions, and leading an ...

While the plank delivers improvements in core strength, hanging out in the plank position for more than one to two minutes ...

Ham, a PT and women's strength coach, says standing ab exercises are the floor-free way to train your core muscles and improve fitness ...

Whether you want to nix lower back pain or are dead set on losing belly fat, strengthening your core is a great place to start. As a major muscle group, your core is command central for strength, ...