The plank exercise has earned its place as a staple in fitness routines worldwide, combining simplicity with effectiveness. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced athlete, planks offer a versatile ...

Really want to get into the deepest parts of your core? How about a plank? There are difficult varieties like the hardstyle plank and eight-point plank, a favorite of pro surfer Lakey Peterson. There ...

The plank drag is a plank variation that adds some weight and movement to the exercise, which I find makes it more engaging ...

Keeping your body controlled while moving an object develops functional core stability better than static movements ...

A good warmup is criminally underrated. As tempting as it might be to jump right into your first exercise, doing so can actually prevent you from getting the most out of your workout. By warming up, ...

Psst: it's not another plank.

Another week, another plank challenge — we just can’t seem to get enough of them at Tom’s Guide. As my colleague recently said when trying planks with knee taps every day for a week — the exercise can ...

Strength training is an essential component of a runner's training! Regular strength training can, on one hand, make you less prone to ...

About 20 years ago, "the plank" became a thing. Fitness enthusiasts around the world began to ditch their standard situps in favor of the isometric core exercise designed to tighten the midsection. I ...

In a fitness industry crowded with fast trends, flashy promises, and short product life cycles, Pure Plank has taken a ...