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Elbow Plank

  • Start face down on the floor, resting on your forearms and knees.
  • Push off the floor, raising up off your knees onto your toes and resting mainly on your elbows.
  • Contract your abdominals to keep yourself up and prevent your butt from sticking up.
  • Keep your back flat — don't let it droop or you'll be defeating the purpose. Picture your body as a long, straight board, or plank.
  • Beginners should hold for 10 seconds, and those more advanced should hold for 30 seconds.
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