Practicing planks two to three times a week can help build abdominal strength and stability. Time how long you can hold a ...

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The plank -- holding yourself on your hands and toes as if you're about to do a pushup -- is one of the most effective body-weight exercises for strengthening the core, not to mention a great way ...

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Return to the high plank position and switch to the other side. Benefits: This variation combines the standard plank with a side plank, intensifying the workout for the core, shoulders and obliques.

Side-Plank Variation: Side-Plank Crunch You can do this advanced side-plank variation while balancing on your elbow or hand, though the elbow is an easier place to start.

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Researchers suggest practicing the side plank, or vasisthasana, pose on the curved side can strengthen muscles in the lower back, abdomen and spine that allow the spine to straighten.