30 Gifs of Plank Exercises – A Killer Core Burner and Body Sculptor

by Melissa Bell
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21. Plank Rainbows

  • Grab a very light dumbbell;
  • Starting in the classic side plank, extend one arm out to the side, holding the weight;
  • Raise the weight so that it straight towards ceiling;
  • Complete all reps on one side before switching to the next.

22. Reverse Plank

  • Start by sitting on your butt, legs extended out in front and hands placed on either side of your hips;
  • Lift your hips, squeeze your butt, and open your chest.

23. Plank Rocks

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  • Push through your toes to drive your shoulders forward and back;
  • Make sure to keep a tight core to avoid arching the back.

24. Mt Climbers

  • Push through your toes to drive your shoulders forward and back;
  • Make sure to keep a tight core to avoid arching the back.
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24. Mt Climbers

  • Start in the classic position;
  • Keep the legs straight and touch your right foot with your right hand before going back to start;
  • Complete all on one side before moving to the other.

26. Rotating Mt Climbers

  • Start like normal Mt climbers;
  • Instead of knees straight in, drive them in a rotational manner. Right knee to left armpit; left knee to right armpit.
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27. Floor Bridge

  • A great plank reverse move;
  • Keep the heels on the ground and under the knees.

28. SB Reverse Plank (With Exercise Ball)

  • Great balance and minimal stress.

29. SB Decline Plank (With Exercise Ball)

  • Classic plank with extra balance because of the added exercise ball;
  • Keep hips aligned in a neutral spine position.

30. Push-Ups!

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  • The ULTIMATE plank exercise!

If you regularly work out try to aim for 25 reps for the planks that include reps; for planks that are meant to be held, aim to hold for 30-60 seconds.

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