When it comes to building core strength, crunches have fallen out of favor and the plank is now considered the gold standard. Indeed, the thinking on this issue has shifted so much that in 2023, that ...

Find out why holding a strong plank for 2 minutes after 40 is a powerful test of core strength and how to safely build up to it.

If you’ve ever tried them, you know side planks are challenging­—even more than regular planks. But they’re a critical move, says Keli Roberts, an exercise physiologist with the American College of ...

Test your strength after 50 with a 60-second forearm plank that reveals exceptional core and full-body stability.

Getting older doesn't mean losing your edge. Some of the simplest strength tests can reveal just how capable your body still is. One of the best? A 45-second plank. Holding a solid plank challenges ...

Now that the leg tuck is officially no longer part of the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT), the only choice that soldiers have is to replace it with plank pose. That means you need to incorporate ...

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram! Ah, the plank. It may just be one of the most intimidating ...