How to Do the Plank Pose

The Plank Pose is an excellent pose for strengthening your core muscles. It is a fundamental pose in most yoga practices. Read on to learn how to do the Plank Pose.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Yourself
• A soft surface (carpet, rug or yoga mat)

1. Lay on the floor on your stomach.

2. Prop yourself up on your elbows.

3. Raise your rear end off the ground, making a straight line from your shoulders to your heels with your body.

4. Hold the pose for as long as you can. Break by laying on the floor for 30 seconds and repeat.

Tips & Warnings

• This pose is not advised if you have a bad back. It will strengthen the back and abdomen, but it will do more harm than good if you are injured.

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