How To Do A Straight Arm Plank

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Position your body on hands and knees.
  • Place hands under shoulders. Feet hip width apart.
  • Draw in the navel and brace the abs.
  • Lift the body off of the floor forming a plank position.
  • Shoulders are higher than hips, and hips are higher than heels.
  • Hold the plank position 15 to 20 seconds.
  • Slowly return to the starting position.
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
  • Avoid feet collapsing inward, shoulder blades winging or chin dropping toward the floor.